SYLLABUS



SYLLABUS

CRE101ACE – College Critical Reading

Section 21383 – Hybrid

9:00-11:50am S

Rm. CHO 102  

Fall 2011

Aug 27, 2011 – Dec 10, 2011

INSTRUCTOR: Phyllis Salsedo, MEd

Phone: (480) 560-2570

Office Hours: See Instructor Info

                             Virtual appointments between 8am-9pm M-F

Emergency: leave voicemail at any time

Office Location: Virtual

e-mail: psalsedo@mesacc.edu

ALWAYS include the section number of your class in the subject line and your name in the body of your e-mail when writing to me.

Website:

REQUIRED: Bridging the Gap: College Reading, 10th ed., by Brenda D. Smith and LeeAnn Morris

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A good dictionary, (please, newer than ©2003) i.e., American Heritage, Webster’s New World, Random House, etc.

A USB memory stick to store your work.

ePortfolio to be created for our short stay

Access to the Internet, either at home or on campus

TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS:

You must have a CGCC user account in order to access your grades and class assignments. If you do not have one, go to cgc.maricopa.edu and find “Blackboard” under “Quicksearch”. Click on “Login instructions”, and then hit the “Student Login” link for directions on finding your user name and password.

Course Description:

Designed to improve basic reading and study skills, vocabulary and comprehension skills. Recommended to all students whose placement test scores indicate a need for reading instruction. Prerequisites: Appropriate reading placement test score, or grade of “C” or better in RDG081. For this class, you have a very unique opportunity to combine textbook learning + service. The time we spend together will be to learn reading skills, to use technology, and to prepare materials covering the required skills for others. This course is designed to be hands-on.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:

            1.  Discuss the nature of critical reading and its application to life in the

                 contemporary world.

            2.  Vary critical reading techniques according to type of material and purpose for reading.

            3.  Analyze, in writing, textual material to ascertain tone, purpose, audience, and author’s point of view by citing words, phrases, and passages as support.

4.  Identify and explain, in writing, language devices, such as complex figures of speech           

5.  Interpret, in writing, denotative and connotative meanings in written selections.

            6. Analyze, in writing, common fallacies of reasoning in written language.

            7.  Evaluate, in writing, an author’s accuracy, logic completeness, and clarity.

            8.  Evaluate, in writing, the nature of evidence given in support of an author’s argument.

9.  Apply critical reading skills to evaluate, in writing, all or part of an author’s argument.

            10. Synthesize, in writing, ideas on related issues from varied written sources.

ATTENDANCE: It is your responsibility to be on time. We begin at 9:00 and end at 11:50 one day a week. There is no exception. This is your job. Treat it as if you were earning a paycheck and had to submit a timecard to your boss. Actually, by doing well in college, your paycheck will be much better than you can dream!

Besides attending class with me, part of our time together will be implemented to assist kids at a nearby elementary school. You have the unique opportunity to be a mentor. Again, it is your responsibility to be on time. You set the example.

Students who are late to class three times may be in jeopardy of being withdrawn. Students missing the first day of class or incurring absences within the first three weeks may be withdrawn. If a class is missed, the student is responsible for obtaining class materials from either the instructor or from classmates. The student is also expected to be prepared for the next class period. Students wishing to withdraw from the class must fill out the required paperwork.

TARDINESS: Students who are more than ten minutes late to class, and/or those who leave more than ten minutes early will have one official absence. Roll is taken during the first few minutes of each class. If you are tardy, you will be marked absent unless you check with the instructor immediately AFTER class. It is essential that you do not schedule appointments during our time. Tardiness will also affect due dates of assignments as they are due within the FIRST FIVE minutes of the class period.

GRADING SYSTEM: Your term grade will be determined by how well you do on your reading project, which is your mentoring + ePortfolio. Your ePortfolio will be comprised of assignments given in class as well as your performance as a mentor as outlined in the Read Aloud Project. There are six parts in the textbook:

You will be creating a journal of your service project which will include choosing an issue. :

Chapter 1 – Active Learning

Chapter 2 – *Vocabulary

Chapter 3 – Strategic Reading and Study

Chapter 4 – *Main Idea

Chapter 5 – Patterns of Organization

Chapter 6 – Organizing Textbook Information

Chapter 7 – *Inference

Chapter 8 – *Point of View

Chapter 9 – Critical Thinking

Chapter 10 – Graphic Illustrations

Chapter 11 – Rate Flexibility

Chapter 12 – Test Taking

Appendix 1 – *Making Sense of Figurative Language and Idioms

*These will be required chapters to create and give lessons to your reading partners.

Points possible = 100 points (75 points > passing)

Project Read Aloud is a second project which you will do during the term and concurrent with your mentoring. To receive credit for the Project Read-Aloud portion of your grade you must:

1. Select a Partner to read to: (Humphrey Elementary)

2. Set a mutually agreeable schedule: (TBA)

3. Identify Partner’s interests and attention span

4. Select appropriate read-aloud book(s)

5. Practice reading-aloud, if necessary

6. Read-aloud with Partner for a minimum of four sessions, from 15 to 30 minutes each, during this semester and record your read-aloud activities on the Project Read Aloud Log

7. Write a final essay/report.

8. Present to class as part of final activities.

Points possible = 50 points (35 points > passing)

Your ePortfolio will be a digital collection of your semester’s work

1. Your introduction and brief description of what is in your ePortfolio.

2. Your reflections which will be taken before – during – after each teaching session.

3. Your Reading Log of each session which includes your activities.

4. Notes: as you work in MyReadingLab and learn from your errors, it will be expected that you will keep record of your mistakes and to learn from them. These notes will be a part of your collection.

5. Class assignments

6. Optional: something you have done which you would like to share as an artifact representing your potential in this class.

Points possible = 50 points (35 points > passing)

ASSIGNMENTS: You will be creating assignments in class to be used with your reading partner in groups. The final touch to your reading program with your partner will be yours and it will be expected that the finishing touches of your work will be done at home on your own time. (If you are absent, you are responsible for all work missed.) Check with your instructor or call a study buddy for the assignments. Missed homework will be accepted for a grade no later than one class period after you return. Exams, projects, quizzes, and in-class assignments must be done and so if you miss due dates, it is expected you will still complete and show me your work.

All writing assignments must be typed. In-class writing should be done in blue or black ink on loose-leaf, lined paper (no spiral tear-outs, and no pencil). All assignments are due at the beginning of the class period. Late assignments will not receive credit unless prior arrangements have been agreed upon with me for special consideration. If you will be absent, make advance arrangements to turn in your assignment on time in order to get credit, and find out the homework for the next class.

1. Reading assignments: You will be responsible for completing the reading assignments, MyReadingLab, prior to the class period. If there is any material that you do not understand, please see me or make a note so that it may be discussed in class. Remember that other students may have similar questions, so sharing your questions is as important as sharing your ideas.

2. Writing assignments: All work for your projects must be typed, using Arial or Times New Roman 12 as your font and font size, double-spaced, and headed with: your full name, date, my name, course name and section number.

a. Writing Center orientation (view on your time)

i. Go to

ii. Complete Scavenger Hunt before Sep 2nd, 8am.

b. NOTE: Any student receiving a grade less than a passing grade will be required to see a tutor. Proof of meeting with the tutor is also required. This proof must be provided to the instructor before the next project is due. If you have extenuating circumstances, please see me to make arrangements for the assignments. Grades will be based on content, grammar, punctuation and format.

3. Group Work: Preparation for your reading partner will be done, to an extent, as a group. Collaboration really helps everyone as ideas can be shared and some things which may be forgotten to be asked, may end up being asked by a classmate which is lifesaving! Be prepared! Spot check quizzes will be given during class which can be completed with your team. Please be helpful and honest. Treat classmates with respect. Please write only what you would want others to read. Because group exercises are based on reading assignments, failure to read the assigned material will limit participation; therefore, evidence of not having read the material before class could result in a loss of participation points.

Students must submit the final project when scheduled in order to receive a passing grade. No exceptions!

Withdrawal: If you are absent three or more times, or if you just stop coming to class, I may withdraw you from the course, depending on the circumstances. However, the college expects you to initiate a withdrawal and NOT the instructor. If you feel that you must withdraw from class, please contact me first. We may be able to find a way for you to complete the course.

CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR: Classroom participation and a spirit of cooperation have made this course an enjoyable experience. Sharing experiences and knowledge will enhance our collaborative efforts.

Actions, verbal statements, or any conduct which is obstructive, disruptive, or interferes with the educational process or institutional functions will result in dismissal from (=1 unofficial absence) and possible withdrawal from the course.

For example, you will be asked to leave class for sleeping, or interfering with the concentration of others. Also, you are subject to disciplinary action if you plagiarize or if you cheat on examinations.

Here are a few rules that will help you ensure that you receive all the credit that is due to you:

1. Write the word of the day. You can find a link on the “Student Resources” page. Keep a record of these words and definitions.

2. Check your email for class daily.

3. Check the syllabus for homework.

4. Review the weekly assigned chapter before class.

5. Turn in all work on time. No work will be accepted if marked “missed”. No partial credit is given for missed work.

6. You have one week (7 days) after your grades are posted to contact me if you notice that your grades are incorrect. You will know that grades are posted because I will always post a message in News and Updates telling you so.

7. You can expect me to correct/post your grade for your assignments within a few days after they are due.

Service Learning, SC 107 (480) 732-7305. Service Learning is a direct expression of the CGCC vision statement. Our college is dedicated to “building partnerships… that cross institutional boundaries for innovative instruction and coordinated community service.” Service Learning combines academic learning and educational goals with student action in real life situations outside the four walls of the classroom. Students are given the opportunity to learn and develop as leaders through active participation in thoughtfully organized service experiences that meet vital community needs.

READING CAFÉ The “Reading Café” is located as the “Student Blog” area of my website. Here is the place to ask all sorts of questions (no question is too dumb), make comments or share stories as they relate to the course. I expect you to ask and answer questions you feel are appropriate.

COMMUNICATION I prefer for you to use the Reading Café located in the Student Blog area for most questions. These would include questions about how the course works or if you have something you want to ask about the material that you don’t understand. This way, the entire class can learn something that they may be wondering as well. Just remember to use netiquette and be positive in your remarks.

❖ Please, only send me an e-mail if you have a quick question AND if that question is of a personal nature. I do not want to handle just ANY problem via e-mail.

❖ Voice mail - be clear and concise, speak slowly, include the course reference number, your FULL name, and your telephone number. At the end of your message, please repeat your name and phone number.

❖ I will make it my duty to respond to any “Reading Café,” e-mail, or voice mail questions or comments asap. However, during the weekend it may take a little longer.

EXAMS Expect periodic quizzes through MyReadingLab.

CLASS, GROUP, AND INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS

Consider the work we do in class as “group” involvement. The work you do with your reading partner can be done in collaboration with other classmates but you are individually responsible for the learning of your mentee. Prepare. Participate. Enjoy.

PLAGIARISM Plagiarism is the intentional or unintentional use or theft of another person’s work. Plagiarism is also the use of another person’s work without documenting the source. Academic honesty and integrity does not allow plagiarism, and can cause the student to fail the course. Remember, please give credit where credit is due.

MyReadingLab Website

|Timeline |Assignment |Homework |Checklist of |

| | |Have I…? |Daily Activities|

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| | | |to be completed |

|Week One |Textbook should have already been bought |Write the Word of the Day each day. | |

|8/26 |Read the Syllabus carefully. Email me when you have finished | | |

| |reading the syllabus and agree to its contents. (Send the | | |

| |verification that you’ve read and understand it through your | | |

| |personal email address and also send me your best phone# and | | |

| |best time I can call you, please.) | | |

| |Activities | | |

| |in Class | | |

| |Take the Diagnostic test at MyReadingLab. (I have a meeting | | |

| |at RioSalado at 10 and so you will be dismissed early. Please| | |

| |take this test now. You may move to the computer lab. It | | |

| |takes about 2 hours and so take breaks often. If you stop, | | |

| |you can return to it. | | |

| |Go to the Writing Center for Scavenger Hunt [pic] asap. This | | |

| |activity is due at the beginning of class next week. | | |

| | |Read Ch. 1 on pp. 1-55 | |

| | |Complete the MyReadingLab diagnostic test and begin your | |

| | |assignments. You may print out the calendar. | |

| | |Create your schedule. | |

| | |Write your first reflection. (See how to write summaries| |

| | |and paraphrases.) | |

|Week Two |Click on “Assignments” Folder for the day’s Agenda. |Write the Word of the Day each day. | |

|9/2 |Discuss Ch. 1. | | |

| |Work on MyReadingLab. | | |

| |Meet with Reading students. (tentative) | | |

| | |Read Ch. 2 on pp. 56-92. | |

| | |Follow your MyReadingLab plan. | |

| | |Write a reflection of what you did this week. What did | |

| | |you plan on doing? What did you do? What did you know? | |

| | |What didn’t you know? What changes do you think you’ll | |

| | |make for next week in contrast to what you did this week? | |

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|Timelinene |Assignment |Homework |Checklist of |

| | | |Daily |

| | | |Activities to |

| | | |be completed |

|Week Three |Click on “Assignments” Folder for the day’s Agenda. |Write the Word of the Day each day. | |

|9/9 |Discuss Ch. 2. | | |

| |Work on MyReadingLab. | | |

| |Meet with Reading student. (tentative) | | |

| | |Read Ch. 3 on pp. 93-146. | |

| | |Follow your MyReadingLab plan. | |

| | |Prepare lesson on “vocabulary” to be given to your reading| |

| | |student. | |

| | |Write a reflection of what you did this week. Include | |

| | |work with your reading partner. How did it go? How did | |

| | |you feel before you began? How did you feel during your | |

| | |activity? How did you feel afterward? | |

|Week Four |Click on “Assignments” Folder for the day’s Agenda. |Write the Word of the Day each day. | |

|9/16 |Discuss Ch. 3. | | |

| |Work on MyReadingLab. | | |

| |Meet with Reading student. (tentative) | | |

| | |Read Ch. 4 on pp. 147-224. | |

| | |Follow your MyReadingLab plan. | |

| | |Write a reflection of what you did this week. Include | |

| | |work with your reading partner. How did it go? How did | |

| | |you feel before you began? How did you feel during your | |

| | |activity? How did you feel afterward? | |

|Week Five |No formal class | | |

|9/23 |Meet with your reading partner. | | |

|Week Six |Click on “Assignments” Folder for the day’s Agenda. |Write the Word of the Day each day. | |

|0/30 |Discuss Ch. 4. | | |

| |Work on MyReadingLab. | | |

| | |Read Ch. 5 on pp. 225-282. | |

| | |Follow your MyReadingLab plan. | |

| | |Prepare lesson on “main idea” to be given to your reading | |

| | |student. | |

| | |Write a reflection of what you did this week. Include | |

| | |work with your reading partner. How did it go? How did | |

| | |you feel before you began? How did you feel during your | |

| | |activity? How did you feel afterward? | |

|Week Seven |Click on “Assignments” Folder for the day’s Agenda. |Write the Word of the Day each day. | |

|10/7 |Discuss Ch. 5. | | |

| |Work on MyReadingLab. | | |

| |Meet with Reading student. (tentative) | | |

| | |Read Ch. 6 on pp. 283-336. | |

| | |Follow your MyReadingLab plan. | |

| | |Write a reflection of what you did this week. | |

|Week Eight |Click on “Assignments” Folder for the day’s Agenda. |Write the Word of the Day each day. | |

|10/14 |Discuss Ch. 6. | | |

| |Work on MyReadingLab. | | |

| | |Review Chs. 1-6. | |

| | |Follow your MyReadingLab plan. | |

| | |Write a reflection of what you did this week. | |

|Week Nine |Into the Streets |Write the Word of the Day each day. | |

|10/21 | | | |

| | |Read Ch. 7 | |

| | |Prepare lesson on “inference” to be given to your reading | |

| | |student. | |

| | |Follow your MyReadingLab plan. | |

| | |Write a reflection of what you have done thus far in class| |

| | |as well as outside of class. Include the “Into the | |

| | |Streets.” | |

|Week Ten |Click on “Assignments” Folder for the day’s Agenda. |Write the Word of the Day each day. | |

|10/28 |Discuss Ch. 7. | | |

| |Work on MyReadingLab. | | |

| | |Read Ch. 8. | |

| | |Follow your MyReadingLab plan. | |

| | |Prepare lesson on [your choice] to be given to your | |

| | |reading student. | |

| | |Write a reflection of what you did this week. | |

|Week Eleven |Click on “Assignments” Folder for the day’s Agenda. |Write the Word of the Day each day. | |

|11/4 |Discuss Ch. 8. | | |

| |Work on MyReadingLab. | | |

| | |Read Ch. 9. | |

| | |Follow your MyReadingLab plan. | |

| | |Prepare lesson on “point of view” to be given to your | |

| | |reading student. | |

| | |Write a reflection of what you did this week. | |

|Week Twelve |Click on “Assignments” Folder for the day’s Agenda. |Write the Word of the Day each day. | |

|11/12 |Discuss Ch. 10. | | |

| |Work on MyReadingLab. | | |

| | |Read Ch. 11. | |

| | |Follow your MyReadingLab plan. | |

| | |Prepare lesson on [your choice] to be given to your | |

| | |reading student. | |

| | |Write a reflection of what you did this week. | |

|Week Thirteen |Veteran’s Day |Write the Word of the Day each day. | |

|11/18 | | | |

| | |Review Ch. 11. | |

| | |Follow your MyReadingLab plan. | |

| | |Prepare lesson on [your choice] to be given to your | |

| | |reading student. | |

| | |Write a reflection of what you did this week. | |

|Week Fourteen |Click on “Assignments” Folder for the day’s Agenda. |Write the Word of the Day each day. | |

|12/2 |Discuss Ch. 11. | | |

| |Work on MyReadingLab. | | |

| | |Read Ch. 12. | |

| | |Follow your MyReadingLab plan. | |

| | |Prepare lesson on [your choice] to be given to your | |

| | |reading student. | |

| | |Write a reflection of what you did this week. | |

|Week Fifteen |Happy Thanksgiving |Write the Word of the Day each day. | |

|12/9 | | | |

| | |Review Chs. 1-12. | |

| | |Follow your MyReadingLab plan. | |

| | |Prepare lesson on [your choice] to be given to your | |

| | |reading student. | |

| | |Write a reflection of what you did this week. | |

|Week Sixteen |Review | |

|Finals’ Week |Wrapping it all up! |

| |Click on “Assignment” Folder for Activities and Materials for the week. |

| |Present semester work to class. |

| |Finish ePortfolio and post. |

| |[pic]Submit Course Evaluation for extra credit via Assignment dropbox. |

[pic]Tentative Course Schedule: (Assignments and due dates may be changed by discretion of the instructor. You will be notified if any necessary changes in due dates or assignments occur. Check your email and announcements daily for changes.)

STATEMENT REGARDING OUTCOMES AND ASSESSMENT

The faculty and programs at CGCC are dedicated to effective teaching and successful learning with emphasis in the following areas: communication, critical thinking, literacy, and personal development.

Periodically, students will participate in formal and informal assessment activities that will help faculty improve programs and teaching strategies. These activities are designed to facilitate student growth in whatever combination of the above outcomes applies to a course.

STATEMENT REGARDING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Students with disabilities are required to register for services in the Disability Resources and Services (DRS) office in the Student Center at the beginning of the semester. Do not wait to visit the DRS office if you want support with any CGCC classes. The DRS office will meet with you to determine accommodations based on appropriate documentation. Therefore, faculty members are not authorized to provide or approve any accommodations for students in this class without

written instructions from the DRS office. This must be on file before any accommodation will be provided. You can contact the DRS office at (480) 857-5188.

INFORMATION ON LEARNING CENTER

The CGCC Learning Center's mission is to support students' academic learning by providing free tutoring and resources to reinforce and supplement classroom instruction and to assist CGCC students to achieve academic success. All Learning Center services are free to students currently enrolled at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. At the Pecos Campus, the Learning Center is located on the second floor of the Library, rooms LIB227, LIB228, LIB229 and LIB237. At the Williams Campus, the Learning Center is located in Bridget Hall, rooms BRID114 and BRID115. The Learning Center also provides instructional support resources in the form of videotapes, software, and print materials. For a schedule of tutoring hours, additional information, or assistance, students should contact the Learning Center at (480) 732-7231, or visit our website at .

STATEMENT CONCERNING PLAGIARISM

Plagiarism is defined as presenting the work of another as one’s own. More than four consecutive words from a source other than the writer constitute plagiarism when the source is not clearly identified in appropriate documentation format.

From the CGCC Student Handbook:

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The important thing is not so much that every child should be taught, as that every child should be given the wish to learn. 

~John Lubbock

Mentoring Project

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Project Read Aloud

ePortfolio

‘The single most important activity for building the knowledge required for eventual success in reading is reading aloud to children.”

--The National Commission on Reading

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Note: All cell phones, pagers, beepers, etc. must be turned OFF before coming into the classroom. Please no viewing of personal sites such as Facebook or email. Thanks.

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FALL SEMESTER – 2011

* Registration*

Sat Aug 20 Classes Begin

Mon Sept 5 Observance of Labor Day

* Application for December 2011 Graduation*

+ Last Day for Withdrawal without Instructor's Signature

Fri Nov 11 Observance of Veterans' Day

Thur-Sun Nov 24-27 Thanksgiving Holiday

++ Last Day Student Initiated Withdrawal Accepted

Sun Dec 11 Last Day of Regular Classes

Mon-Thu Dec 12-15 **Final Exams

Fri Dec 16 Mid-Year Recess Begins for Students

Fri Dec 16 Fall Semester Ends

Winter Break (Campus Closed) Dec 25 through Jan 1

ACTIVATE AND ACCESS YOUR MARICOPA STUDENT EMAIL

The Maricopa District provides every student with Google-powered Maricopa Student Email upon enrollment. CGCC uses this official student email to send information concerning class enrollment, financial aid, tuition, and other important student information. Students must activate this email account in order to receive these messages. Activate your Maricopa Student Email now at maricopa.edu/google.

“Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to, the use of paraphrase or direct quotation, of the published or unpublished work of another person without full and clear acknowledgement. It also includes the unacknowledged use of materials prepared by another person or agency engaged in the selling of term papers or other academic materials.”

CGCC EMERGENCY ALERT

The CGCC Alert system utilizes text messaging and email to notify students of emergency situations on or around campus. Students should update their contact information in the Maricopa Online Student Center at my.maricopa.edu in order to receive a CGCC Alert notification in the event of an emergency.

STUDENT PAY2PRINT

As of June 1, 2010, all CGCC students must pay for printing in the college computer labs and libraries. Registered students will receive their first 50 prints at no charge. Thereafter, black and white print costs will be 10 cents per print. Pre-paid printing accounts can be set up in the CGCC Cashier’s Office. For more information, contact the CGCC Cashier’s Office at (480) 732-7312.

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