American Literature
AMILT100 — American Literature, 3.0 hours
Professor
Crista Everett is an educator with over 25 years of experience teaching at almost every level from kindergartener to adult. She is also a counseling professional who is active in her community as an advocate for mental health and social justice. Crista currently resides in Gainesville, Florida with her 3 children and a myriad of furry family members.
Crista enjoys nature, travel, and spending time with her loved ones.
Online Support (IT) and Moodle Navigation
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Books and Resources
Kirszner, L. G., & Mandell, S. R. ([Insert Year of Publication]). PORTABLE Literature: Reading, Reacting, Writing (10th ed.). Cengage Learning US.
Evaluation Method
Graded work will receive a numeric score reflecting the quality of performance.
Course Requirement Summary
- Assignments - Total of 85 Points
- Weekly discussion forums-Total of 80 Points
Grading Scale
Graded work will receive a numeric score reflecting the quality of performance as given above in evaluation methods. The maximum number of points a student may earn is 250. To determine the final grade, the student's earned points are divided by 250.
Your overall course grade will be determined according to the following scale:
A = (90% -100%)
B = (80% - 89%)
C = (70% - 79%)
D = (60% - 69%)
F < (Below 60%)
Academic Integrity/ Plagiarism
Cheating (dishonestly taking the knowledge of another person whether on a test or an assignment and presenting it as your work) and plagiarism (to take and pass off as one's own the ideas or writing of another) are a serious issue. While it is legitimate to talk to others about your assignments and incorporate suggestions, do not let others "write" your assignments in the name of peer review or "borrow" sections or whole assignments written by others. We do get ideas from life experiences and what we read but be careful that you interpret these ideas and make them your own.
I am aware that many types of assignments are available on the internet and will check these sources when there is legitimate suspicion.
Penalty is a zero on the assignment. In cases where there is a major or continuous breach of trust, further discipline, such as an "F" in the course, may be necessary.
The major consequence of any form of cheating is damage to your character and the result of trust and respect.
Disability Accommodations
Students who may have a disability meriting an academic accommodation should contact Jim Gepperth, the Disabilities Services Coordinator and Academic Dean. For accommodations to be awarded, a student must complete a form and provide documentation of the disability to the Disability Services Coordinator. Any accommodations for disabilities must be re-certified each year by the Disability Services Coordinator before course adjustments are made by individual instructors. Additional information on disability accommodations may be found in the Lakewood University Catalog.
Supplemental Texts
You can use the following resources to assist you with proper source citation.
American Psychological Association Style Guide- https://www.mylakewoodu.com/pluginfile.php/118179/mod_resource/content/1/APA%20Style%20Guide%207th%20edition.pdf
The Purdue OWL website is also a helpful resource for students. Here is a link to the OWL website: https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/general_format.html
Library
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You may also schedule a meeting at this link: https://my.setmore.com/calendar#monthly/r3a761583354923270/01032020
She can assist you with navigating LIRN, research, citations etc.
Support
Each student at Lakewood University is assigned a Success Coach. Your Success Coach exists to assist you with academic and supportive services as you navigate your program. They will reach out to you, often, to check-in. Please use the resources they offer.
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Lessons
- Planning and Drafting an Essay
Study Course Syllabus
Read Section C
Forum: Complete a sample outline
- Reviewing, Revising, and Editing Your Work
Read Section C
Forum: Peer review assignment
Assignment: Personal Essay
- Critical Thinking
Read Section A
Forum: Analysis of article
- Speaking Confidently and Articulating Your Message
Read Section A
Forum: Identifying your audicence
Assignment: Expository Essay
- Composing Meaningful Sentences
Read Section S
Forum: Varying sentence activity
- Understanding Word Choice
Read Section W
Forum: Appropriate language activity
Assignment: Analytical Essay
- Setting Up An Error Free Assignment
Read Section G, M, P
Forum: Grammar and punctuation exercise
- Using Sources In Your Work
Read Section R
Forum: Elevating sources activity
Assignment: Writing about Literature