ENGL 1302 First Year Writing II - Course Overview and Policies

Flashcards cover the structure, objectives, materials, policies, schedule, and support resources for ENGL 1302 at the University of Houston.

What is the course number and official title for this class?

ENGL 1302: First Year Writing II (Hybrid format) at the University of Houston.

What are the prerequisites and credit rules for ENGL 1302?

Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 or equivalent with a passing grade. You cannot receive credit for both ENGL 1302 and ENGL 1310 or ENGL 1370.

What is the main focus of ENGL 1302 according to the syllabus?

A detailed study of the principles of rhetoric applied to analyzing and writing argumentative and persuasive essays, plus research methods culminating in a substantial research paper.

How are course materials delivered and accessed?

Course materials are posted weekly in Canvas; the required textbook is Read, Reason, Write (13th ed.) accessed via CTAP/BryteWave; cost is included in tuition.

What are the core objectives of ENGL 1302?

Critical Thinking, Communication Skills, Personal Responsibility, and Teamwork.

What is one student learning outcome related to writing processes (invention, organization, drafting, etc.)?

Students will understand and demonstrate writing processes including invention, organization, drafting, revision, editing, and presentation.

What MLA-related outcome is expected in ENGL 1302?

Students will write a research paper that conforms to MLA documentation standards.

What is the required instructional material for ENGL 1302?

Read, Reason, Write: An Argument Text and Reader, 13th ed.; CTAP/e-textbook included in tuition; access via BryteWave through Canvas.

How should students contact issues with CTAP access?

Contact the campus bookstore at [e-mail] for problems accessing the CTAP e-textbook.

How many major writing projects are required and what are they called?

Three major writing projects (MWP #1, MWP #2, MWP #3); longer essays are 4-7 pages and may require multiple drafts; shorter assignments are 1-2 pages.

What is the overall grading breakdown and scale for ENGL 1302?

Professionalism 15%; Brief Writing Assignments/Peer Reviews 20%; MWP #1 20%; MWP #2 20%; MWP #3 25%. Graded on a 100-point scale; no A+ distinction.

What is the late work policy for assignments?

10-point deduction per day for late work; two “Life Happens” clauses allow up to 3 days late with no penalty; after 4 class periods late, an assignment may receive a zero but must be submitted to be eligible to pass.

What is the 'Life Happens' clause and how does it work?

Students may submit two assignments up to three days late without penalty by sending a simple 'Life Happens' email.

How does the policy address academic honesty and plagiarism?

UH policy defines academic dishonesty and plagiarism as representing someone else’s work as your own without proper citation; penalties depend on severity and university policy.

What is the policy on recording class sessions?

Recording is not allowed without the instructor’s written consent; instructor may record; recordings are for student use only and cannot be shared without permission.

What is the excused absence policy and how are absences handled?

UH excused absence policies apply; reasons include medical illness, death, legal/professional obligations, etc.; excused absences allow makeups for quizzes/exams/graded work.

What happens if you have more than four unexcused absences?

Your professionalism grade becomes an F.

How is lateness treated in this course?

Frequent lateness may trigger warnings; every two latenesses count as one unexcused absence.

What is the course's stance on AI usage?

AI tools must be used transparently and ethically; AI should not generate content; can be used for brainstorming and line-level editing; must be acknowledged in assignments; excessive use (>20%) may require a conference and rewrite.

Where can students obtain writing support and possibly earn extra credit?

UH Writing Center offers consultations; extra credit opportunities are available for attending the Writing Center.

What additional campus resources are highlighted for student support?

CAPS (mental health), Title IX/EOS reporting, Dart Center for accommodations, Student Health Center, WGRC, CSAC, Cougar Cupboard/Closet, and more.

What does the syllabus say about changes to course policies?

The instructor may modify the syllabus at any time; changes will be announced via email/Canvas.

What is the final assessment in ENGL 1302 and when is the term officially closed?

There is no separate final exam; Major Writing Project #3 serves as the final assessment. Official term closing is December 15; instructor grades due December 18.

How should assignments be formatted and submitted?

All assignments should be typed and submitted online; late penalties apply; class attendance and timely submission are required.

How many Texas Core Curriculum hours does ENGL 1302 satisfy?

3 of 6 hours in the Texas Core Curriculum.

How can you contact the course instructor?

Instructor: Paola Brinkley; Email: [e-mail]; Office hours by appointment.