We will follow a workshop model for the class where you will do much of your work in small peer groups, so your participation and attendance are vital. You will also write less formal assignments in class. You may have occasional reading quizzes, if necessary. I will use these criteria when I am grading your papers, and you will use them in the draft workshops. I will hand out the rubric later, and we will discuss it in more detail then.
Papers are due at the beginning of class.
I also strongly urge you to type your rough drafts, which will help you get more useful feedback from your group mates. Not only does this make revision easier, but it also gives you great flexibility in how you go about writing. If you take the time now to learn this valuable skill, your college and professional careers will benefit. If you have never used a word processing program before, the lab assistants can help you get started. Please consult with me if you need advice.