ENG 225: Aiken: Syllabus

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Designed to introduce non-English majors to the literature of the Western World in translation, from the ancient through the Renaissance periods. Continued emphasis on literary devices writers use and on expository writing based on analytical study of the literature of the course.

• Read. You are expected to complete each day’s reading before class time. Expect frequent, unannounced reading quizzes and in-class writings designed to ensure that you’re keeping up. Participation/ quizzes: 10%

• Be challenged. You will sit four tests during the semester (see syllabus for dates). Tests: 15% each
• Share your knowledge. With a partner, you will create a research presentation based on the writing assignment of your choice. See schedule and sign-up sheet. Presentation: 15%
• Be a writer. You will complete one research term paper. Instructions and dates to follow. Paper: 15%

                     Attendance: Be here. You will only learn from our discussions and exercises if you participate. You are allowed three unexcused absences for a semester. Fourth and fifth absences will result in the loss of an entire letter grade (per absence). More than five absences is considered excessive and will result in failure of the course. Two tardies (arriving after class has begun) equal one absence.  If you feel you have a reasonable excuse for missing class, you must provide documentation: doctor’s note, court papers, etc. You cannot make up in-class or group work, so absences or being unprepared for class will have a strong impact on your final grade. All student athletes need to notify me at least a week in advance of any classes they will miss and should make arrangements to meet the deadlines of each assignment.

Late work: Be responsible for yourself. All work must be turned in at the beginning of class on the due date, whether you attend class or not. If you know that you must miss a class, it is your duty to contact me via email or in person before class that day to discuss what you’ll miss.