Thus, the course will involve sharing writing at various stages in small groups and with the entire group. Having other responders also keeps writing from being the lonely process that it sometimes can be, although intense, private time alone with pen and paper or keyboard is usually essential to good writing. Because this process of sharing writing is so important, both for the reader and the writer, if drafts are not ready for peer reviews for any reason besides serious illness or a family crisis, the final draft will be reduced in value by a letter grade. In this course we will write four documented essays. Otherwise, missed quizzes cannot be made up, late journals will not be accepted, and late papers will be penalized one letter grade per week late.
Papers are due at the beginning of the class meeting.
Computer glitches often occur, so make a back-up copy, don't leave the computer without a hard copy, and don't wait until the last minute since all the printers may be busy. Introductions, course preview, how to take notes and respond to readings. 44a, on MLA style documentation. Read carefully chap. Discuss library research assignment and first documented essay.