ENGL-103 - Critical Reading/Writing/Thinking - Kathleen Powell
| Course: | Critical Reading/Writing/Thinking |
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| Professor: | Kathleen Powell |
| Email: | kathleen.powell@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
You confront food issues every day, whether you choose to think of them or not, and these issues will impact your own health and society for your entire life. In this course, we use food issues (diet, GMOs, and biodiversity) as a frame to develop good reading, writing, and researching skills.
Course Description
ENGL103 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.
What to Expect in this Course
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
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.
This course is 100% online. There will be no Zoom or onground meetings.
Types of Assessments
Essays, discussion boards, timed writing, quizzes, journals, and a presentation project.
Textbook Information / Link to ZTC Textbook
• Beyond Feelings: A Guide to Critical Thinking, Vincent Ryan Ruggiero (9th Edition). ISBN 978-0-07-803818-1. You must use the 9th edition of this text.
• Mendel in the Kitchen: A Scientist's View of Genetically Modified Foods. Nina V. Federoff. Joseph Henry Press, 2004. ISBN: 978-0309097383
• Bread, Wine, Chocolate: The Slow Loss of Foods We Love, Simran Sethi. HarperOne, 2015. ISBN: 978- 0061581076
Other Relevant Course Information
Time Commitment:
This course requires as much of a time commitment as any onground English 103 class. You should expect to log on at least three times a week to complete assignments. Expect to spend 128- 160 hours total on this class. If you are not able to commit this time to the course, this course is not for you.
This is not a class where you can work far ahead. You will be required to log in at least three times a week and complete the course work at an appropriate pace. However, you can log in at any time to complete work for the course as long as you meet the deadlines for assignments.
Advantages of and Misconceptions about Online Learning:
Online learning can be an incredibly rewarding and exciting adventure. It provides flexibility and an educational opportunity for students who might not otherwise be able to take advantage of a college curriculum; however, you should be aware that self-discipline, self-motivation, and attention to detail are required to complete the course successfully in this format. Students must be committed to meeting deadlines for reading and homework assignments in addition to participating in the virtual classroom for a minimum of three hours per week (online time). Some students are under the impression that online courses are “easier” than on-ground courses. This is not the case. Students who take the online version of English 103 believing that it will be easier than the on-ground version will be surprised by the volume of written work and the amount of reading required. If you are ready for the challenge, this online course will allow you to build critical reading and expository writing skills without being in a traditional classroom.
If you have any questions before the beginning of the course, please feel free to contact me at kathleen.powell@canyons.edu
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!
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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
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Veterans Resource Center
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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: 10/25/2021 Sub#: 1048