Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2015 - ENGL 199W E100

Introduction to University Writing (3)

Class Number: 5754

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 6 – Apr 13, 2015: Wed, 6:30–9:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 22, 2015
    Wed, 7:00–10:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    12 units.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

An introduction to reading and writing in the academic disciplines. Students with credit for ENGL 199 may not take this course for further credit. Writing.

COURSE DETAILS:

Writing Intensive

English 199 introduces students to the principles and practices of university-level writing. Through an application of genre theory, the course will address differences between scholarly and other forms of writing as well as the distinctive features of academic writing.   In informal lectures, class discussions and workshops, we will focus on two interconnected strands of university writing:
1)     interpreting, summarizing, analyzing and responding to formal essays from a range of academic disciplines
2)     generating ideas, carrying out research, formulating arguments, preparing a formal research essay, editing and revising written work  
This is a writing intensive course, so students should schedule time for writing and revising written work on a weekly basis. English 199 is neither a remedial course nor one suitable for students seeking ESL instruction.

Grading

  • In-class Essay #1: Summary & Critical Response 10%
  • Revision of Summary & Critical Response 10%
  • In-class Essay #2: Rhetorical Analysis 10%
  • Revision of Rhetorical Analysis 10%
  • Oral Research Proposal 05%
  • Written Research Proposal & Annotated Bibliography 10%
  • Draft of Research Essay 15%
  • Formal Research Essay 20%
  • Attendance and Participation (including Peer Editing) 10%

REQUIREMENTS:

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

Assignments will require students to summarize, analyze, and respond to academic writing, and to write an independent research paper. This course has no final examination.

For specific assignments see Grading above

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Giltrow, Janet et al. Academic Writing: An Introduction. 3rd ed. Broadview, 2014.

A collection of academic essays posted online.

Department Undergraduate Notes:

To receive credit for this course, students must complete all requirements.

TUTORIALS/SEMINARS WILL BE HELD THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASSES

When choosing your schedule, REMEMBER TO CHECK "Show lab/tutorial sections" to see all Lecture/Seminar/Tutorial times required.

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://students.sfu.ca/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS