Course Quiz English 2367
18. How many primary texts and secondary texts will you need for Writing Projects 2/3?
2 primary texts (one short story and one other primary text) and 6 secondary sources (relevant, credible, comprehensive research materials)
What is Quizlet?
An online learning tool used in this class to review and practice documentation, research, and principles of rhetoric and style.
23. What is "Netiquette"?
Being polite online. Do not use all caps in your posts. Be open minded and respectful of others' opinions and beliefs. Do not be offensive in your language or terminology.
5. What are the required materials for this course?
Bullock, Richard. The Norton Field Guide to Writing, 5th ed., W.W. Norton, 2019. and access to reliable computer with internet access
11. From what email account are you required to send when emailing your teacher for this course?
Columbus State. Email from outside accounts will not be opened.
12. How long should it typically take your teacher for this course to respond to emails?
Generally within 48 hours, usually sooner. Email me with any questions you have.
13. What is the policy for late work?
Late work is not accepted without prior approval of the instructor. If you are having problems, email me BEFORE the assignment is due.
What is your instructor's name for this course?
Laura Beckwith (note just for email, there is no "h" at the end)
16. The four writing projects and proposal should be formatted according to what style guidelines?
Modern Language Association (MLA)
7. Are you required to email journal entries and responses to your teacher for this course?
No. Do not submit assignments through email UNLESS it is approaching a deadline and there are technical problems with submission.
17. What movie do you need to view for Writing Project 1?
The Avengers (2012)
21. What is the penalty for plagiarism?
The assignment will receive a 0 and the incident will be reported to the Columbus State Student Misconduct Board representative.
20. What is plagiarism ?
Using another's work without properly crediting the author.
10. What information are you required to include in the subject line of any email that you send to your teacher for this course?
Your name and course number and section. If you use the Blackboard "email instructor" button, this information will automatically be included in the subject.
9. The course quiz and four writing projects must be submitted as what type of attached file? a) .doc or .docx b) .rtf (rich text format)c) Note Padd) Excel
a) Use only .doc or .docx files. In an emergency, you can submit an .rtf file.
2. What is the best way to communicate with your instructor?
6. How long does it typically take your teacher for this course to post grades and comments on those assignments that are submitted in the "Completed Assignments" area of the course?
10 days-2 weeks. Sometimes sooner.
15. What is the minimum length of the responses to a classmate's journal entry?
150 words for each response to each student. Go beyond "I liked your journal" response. Relate to each response.
What is Turnitin.com?
A website used to check for plagiarism in student work. You are required to set up a free account and submit the final drafts for Writing Projects 1, 2, and 3.
4. What is the main theme of this course?
American identity
22. What should you do if you encounter any technical problems with this course?
Call the IT Help Desk, 614-287-5050. They're awesome!
8. Are the journal entries and responses included in the body of the post (text box) or as an attached file?
Journal entries and responses should be posted in the text box. Do not use attached files. They will not be opened or graded.
14. What is the minimum length of the journal entries?
Journal entries are required to be at least 250 words each. If you read the texts and respond, you should have no trouble reaching this word count.
19. What is the penalty for not submitting a proposal for writing projects 2 & 3?
Projects 2-3 will not be accepted without prior proposal submission and approval.
3. What is the email address for the teacher of this course?
