Apply knowledge of rhetoric to make decisions about written communication

Engage in a writing process that includes invention, drafting, and revision

Write thesis-based arguments that provide strong support and specific details

Find, evaluate, and synthesize credible sources in support of a research paper

Use sources ethically and in contextually appropriate ways and follow a designated style guide

Demonstrate proficient use of standard written English

Required Materials:

• D2L/Achieve Access
• Webcam/microphone (for Zoom meetings if necessary)

Required digital materials for this course are part of the Courseware Access and Affordability Program at MSU Texas. Your charge for this material has been posted to your student account at the Business Office. If you wish to opt-out of this program and the cost savings, you will receive the “opt out” instructions in your my.msutexas.edu email on the second day of class. The cost of materials charged to your account is COSM Electronic Courseware $45.63, Tax $3.76. (Comparable pricing at bookstore: $63.75; Publisher’s website: $58.99) If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact the MSU Bookstore at 940-397-4303.

1143 Course Requirements:

• 5%      2 Email Responses
• 10%    1 Peer Review Workshop and 1 Instructor Conference
• 10%    2 Timed-Writing Essays (350-word min. each)             
• 30%    Rhetorical Analysis and Literacy Narrative Papers (750-word min. each)    
•  20%   Research Paper (1500-word min.)
• 15%    Infographic
• 10%    Final Exam Timed-Writing Essay

Grading Policy:  This class does not use the plus/minus grading system. In this class, the following numerical equivalents for final grades are used:

A = 100-90%;

B = 89-80%;

C = 79-70%;

D = 69-60%;

F = 59-0

You are enrolled in both ENGL 0043 and 1143 (R section), you may drop one course and remain enrolled in the other under the following condition: If you are taking a beginning or intermediate math course, you may drop ENGL 0043 beginning 7 March 2022, but no sooner in the semester. You may drop 1143 any time before the final drop date, 21 March 2022.

Late assignments are defined as work not submitted by the start of ENGL 0043 class on the designated due date. In D2L they are defined as assignments not submitted by 11:00 PM in either ENGL 1143 or ENGL 0043 on the designated due date. Late assignments are accepted, but they will lose 10% of the final grade. Additionally, no late work will be accepted more than 48 hours after the original deadline. If you submit an assignment late to D2L, the system records the time of submission. If you need a deadline extension, send me an email explaining your situation. 

Note: You may not submit a paper for a grade in this class that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course, unless you obtain the explicit written permission of me and the other instructor involved in advance.

Plagiarism is the use of someone else's thoughts, words, ideas, or lines of argument in your own work without appropriate documentation (a parenthetical citation at the end and a listing in "Works Cited")-whether you use that material in a quote, paraphrase, or summary. It is a theft of intellectual property and will not be tolerated, whether intentional or not.

Student Honor Creed

As an MSU Student, I pledge not to lie, cheat, steal, or help anyone else do so."

As students at MSU, we recognize that any great society must be composed of empowered, responsible citizens. We also recognize universities play an important role in helping mold these responsible citizens. We believe students themselves play an important part in developing responsible citizenship by maintaining a community where integrity and honorable character are the norm, not the exception.

Thus, We, the Students of Midwestern State University, resolve to uphold the honor of the University by affirming our commitment to complete academic honesty. We resolve not only to be honest but also to hold our peers accountable for complete honesty in all university matters.

We consider it dishonest to ask for, give, or receive help in examinations or quizzes, to use any unauthorized material in examinations, or to present, as one's own, work or ideas which are not entirely one's own. We recognize that any instructor has the right to expect that all student work is honest, original work. We accept and acknowledge that responsibility for lying, cheating, stealing, plagiarism, and other forms of academic dishonesty fundamentally rests within each individual student.

We expect of ourselves academic integrity, personal professionalism, and ethical character. We appreciate steps taken by University officials to protect the honor of the University against any who would disgrace the MSU student body by violating the spirit of this creed.

Written and adopted by the 2002-2003 MSU Student Senate.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Support Services in Room 168 of the Clark Student Center, (940) 397-4140.

The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a human being - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and encouraged, provided you can agree to disagree. It is the professor's expectation that ALL students consider the classroom a safe environment.

All instructors in the Department have voicemail in their offices and MSUTexas e-mail addresses. Make sure you add your instructor's phone number and e-mail address to both email and cell phone lists of contacts.

Obligation to Report Sex Discrimination under State and Federal Law

Midwestern State University is committed to providing and strengthening an educational, working, and living environment where students, faculty, staff, and visitors are free from sex discrimination of any kind. State and federal law require University employees to report sex discrimination and sexual misconduct to the University’s Office of Title IX. As a faculty member, I am required to report to the Title IX Coordinator any allegations, personally observed behavior, or other direct or indirect knowledge of conduct that reasonably may constitute sex discrimination or sexual misconduct, which includes sexual assault, sexual harassment, dating violence, or stalking, involving a student or employee. After a report is made, the office of Title IX will reach out to the affected student or employee in an effort to connect such person(s) with resources and options in addressing the allegations made in the report. You are also encouraged to report any incidents to the office of Title IX. You may do so by contacting:

Laura Hetrick

Title IX Coordinator
Sunwatcher Village Clubhouse
940-397-4213

laura.hetrick@msutexas.edu

You may also file an online report 24/7 at Maxient 

Should you wish to visit with someone about your experience in confidence, you may contact the MSU Counseling Center at 940-397-4618. For more information on the University’s policy on Title IX or sexual misconduct, please visit MSU Texas Title IX

Senate Bill 11 passed by the 84th Texas Legislature allows licensed handgun holders to carry concealed handguns on campus, effective August 1, 2016. Areas excluded from concealed carry are appropriately marked, in accordance with state law. For more information regarding campus carry, please refer to the University’s webpage at https://msutexas.edu/campus-carry/rules-policies.

If you have questions or concerns, please contact MSU Chief of Police at police@msutexas.edu.