ENGL 103 - Critical Reading/Writing/Thinking - Ericka Kent
| Course: | Critical Reading/Writing/Thinking |
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| Professor: | Ericka Kent |
| Email: | ericka.kent@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
My English 103 course has a theme of media and society. Together we 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 be responsible for creating (2) original 5-8 page essays and (1) portfolio assignment totaling 9 pages. The first will be an advertisement analysis using the semiotic method as well as descriptive sociocultural connections. The second, and most challenging essay will be a critical lens theory assignment that will encourage students to select a piece of popular fiction and examine it through a lens of their choosing. The final essay in the course is a revision and expansion of essay #1 with a self-reflection assignment associated. These essays should exhibit strong analysis, diction, MLA format, with strong grammar, diction and overall academic discourse. Students will also have a final exam.
Course Description
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.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)s:
1. Evaluate the strength of written, visual, and multimedia arguments.
2. Compose logical, well-reasoned arguments in thesis-driven, MLA style formal essays.
What to Expect in this Course
Course Calendar (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
Week 1 Project #1 Due; DB #1 Due, Quiz #1 Due
Week 2 Project #2; DB #2; Quiz #2
Week 3 Research Project #1; DB #3
Week 4 Rough draft essay #1; DB #4
Week 5 Essay #1 DUE; DB #5
Week 6 Project #4; DB #6
Week 7 Project #5; DB #7
Week 8 Project #6; DB #8
Week 9 Research Project #2; DB #9
Week 10 Rough Draft essay #2; DB #10
Week 11 Essay #2 DUE
Week 12 Project #7
Week 13 Rough draft revision essay #3
Week 14 ESSAY #3 DUE
Week 15 SELF REFLECTION LETTER
Types of Assessments
Weekly discussion boards which correspond with the reading assignments and bi monthly projects that involve critical thinking and practice. (2) original essays (1) portfolio essay assignment + self-reflection letter Final Exam--open book and notes
Textbook Information
Signs of Life in the USA 9th Edition
Other Relevant Course Information
In this class I take a unique approach at examining how we utilize media and conduct ourselves in society my goal is for students to look at the world (reality and media) with fresh ideas and perspectives rooted in their own identity.
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Last updated: 05/31/2023 Sub#: 729