ENG 103 - Critical Read/Writ/Thinking - Ericka Kent
| Course: | Critical Read/Writ/Thinking |
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| Professor: | Ericka Kent |
| Email: | ericka.kent@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
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.
1. Evaluate the strength of written, visual, and multimedia arguments on a range of different issues and controversies.
2. Compose logical, well-reasoned arguments on selected topics such as popular culture, politics, social issues, and moral and ethical issues.
Course Description
Professor Kent’s English 103 course examines the relationship between media and society. Students will examine texts in literature, television, film, art, and music through critical lenses to understand the social and cultural implications of these texts within society. Students will also self-evaluate the role and impact that media has in their lives. This means that students will engage with media in unique social experiments that can be easily be done from home or for the daring, out in society.
What to Expect in this Course
Canvas will be your lifeline for this course, all assignments (big and small) will be
completed on canvas. Students will have bi-weekly projects and daily quizzes on
assigned readings and lecture materials. Attendance is required in this course,
students will have daily in-class assignments.
Types of Assessments
What to expect:
-2 original essays (5-7 pages)
-Portfolio assignment 1 revised essay (6-8 pages) & self-reflection letter (1-2 pages)
-Weekly Projects (300-500 words)
-Weekly texts (readings, videos and/or films)
-Final exam—multiple choice and matching
Textbook Information
Signs of Life in the USA this text is available in the bookstore as well as online only the
8th edition will be applicable. Students will also have online resources including:
TEDTalks, Prezis, and articles that will be posted on Canvas. Students might want to
purchase Rules for Writers for correct MLA formatting of essays and assignments.
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:
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- 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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Management of Stress and Mental Health
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Library
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Last updated: 10/21/2021 Sub#: 909