ENGL-101 - English Composition - Jim Keller
| Course: | English Composition |
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| Professor: | Jim Keller |
| Email: | jim.keller@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
My name is Jim Keller, and I'm happy to have you in English 101.
Course Description
This course teaches how to write college-level essays, including how to deal with college sources, how to understand writing prompts, and how to write appropriately for an academic audience.
What to Expect in this Course
As a short-term class, we move at twice the pace of a regular-term class. The average student will need to be able to dedicate 24 hours per week to this course (including time in class and homework).
The class will be taught via Zoom. You will need reliable internet and a device capable of connecting to both the video and the chat. Course materials will be distributed via Canvas, and all work will be turned in there.
Types of Assessments
The class has two exams and several quizzes, but the course is weighted to mostly assess written work.
Textbook Information / Link to ZTC Textbook
ZTC OER texts will be distributed via Canvas.
Additional Resources
Canvas
This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:
- CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
- CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password
Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.
Online Education
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Last updated: 03/30/2022 Sub#: 1321