ENGL 103 - Critical Reading, Writing, & Thinking - Kimberly Carroll
| Course: | Critical Reading, Writing, & Thinking |
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| Professor: | Kimberly Carroll |
| Email: | kimberly.carroll@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
Welcome everyone!
This is Professor Carroll, your instructor for the next 5 weeks. I look forward to working with you as we explore critical reading, writing, and thinking together.
Please do not hesitate to email me if you feel like you are falling behind or need help at any point in the semester. Your questions are always welcome, and I want make sure everyone is successful in this class.
Course Description
English 103 examines the principles of critical thinking as applied to writing and reading arguments on complex issues. Focuses on close textual analysis, argumentative writing, and logical reasoning. Essay topics may include pop culture, politics, social issues, or moral/ethical issues.
What to Expect in this Course
While this course will be challenging, always remember that I am looking forward to helping you be successful. Never hesitate to ask me for help. Your questions are always welcome!
Asynchronous Format and Weekly Assignments:
- This is an entirely asynchronous class, meaning that we do not have any scheduled live/Zoom meetings.
- On a weekly basis, you may be required to complete readings, various writing assignments, message board postings, online discussions, quizzes, exams, papers and more.
Types of Assessments
This class includes weekly independent assignments, class discussion posts, formal essays, a comprehensive final exam, and other forms of assessment.
Textbook Information
The required text is available at the College of the Canyons bookstore. You will need our required textbook by the first day of class, to complete the first week assignments. You may purchase the e-book of our text, which will be available to you immediately. Everyone please double-check that you have the 10th edition of our book (as earlier editions will not include all of our required readings).
• Signs of Life in the USA by Maasik & Solomon (10th edition), ISBN# 9781319213664
Other Relevant Course Information
This is an entirely asynchronous class, meaning that we do not have any scheduled live/Zoom meetings.
First Day Requirements and Attendance:
Our class Canvas page will be available to you by 9am on Monday, June 7th. On the first day of class, you must log into our Canvas page and complete all of the first day activities by 11:59pm on June 7th. If you do not log into our Canvas page and complete all of the first day activities by 11:59pm on June 7th, the college requires that I drop you from the class as a “no show”.
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
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
The Learning Center (TLC)
The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!
Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)
College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.
Online Counseling
The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.
Management of Stress and Mental Health
Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.
Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.
You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.
Veterans Resource Center
The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.
Library
The Library provides live online and in-person research help, access to a full range of e-resources and physical materials that support the curriculum, individual and group study areas, and much more!
Last updated: 05/26/2021 Sub#: 47