Sally Hall
Bldg. 7, Rm. 510
845-9241
hallsall@hcc.hawaii.edu

Course Description: Intensive study of structure, usage, and vocabulary of English as a necessary prelude to effective writing. Emphasis is placed on the development of paragraphs to communicate ideas in short papers. Students are encouraged to exercise critical thinking and clear, correct language in their written communications. 3 hours lecture per week (3 credits)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENG 20; or test placement in English 22 or 60; or C or higher in ESL 1,12, and 13 or ESL 1,12, 14, and 15.

Relationship to A.A. and A.S. , A.A.S., and A.T.S. Degrees: Completion of English 22 with a minimum grade of C satisfies the prerequisite for enrollment in English 100. English 100 is the minimum communications requirement for the Associate in Arts degree. English 22 satisfies the communications requirement for the A.S., A.A.S., and the A.T.S. degrees.

Texts:

Writing First. Practice in Context with Readings. Laurie G. Kirszner and Stephen R. Mandell.

Supplemental Exercises to Accompany Writing First. Practice in Context

Any English dictionary a thesaurus (Roget's Thesaurus in Dictionary Form is a good one.)

Optional: A Writer's Guide to Transitional Words and Expressions by Victor Pellegrino

Course Objectives and Outcomes:

1. To develop the ability to read and think analytically, use appropriate diction, and write logical, well organized, fully developed, grammatically correct paragraphs and final essay.

 
2. To develop a natural written voice through formal papers, in-class writing, summaries, self evaluations, and simple analytical responses to professional writing.

Course Content and Grading:

Four paragraphs with personal writing analyses = 20%

One essay with personal writing analysis = 20%

Midterm Exam (in-class paragraph) = 20%

Final Exam (in-class writing) = 20%

Two journal responses/in class writing = 20%

Quizzes, grammar exercises, attendance, and participation = 100%

NOTE: The percentages are indicated to give you an idea of the approximate relative importance of each element of the course. Of course, all progress is predicated on complete preparation and participation. The above percentages are correct; you need to make a 200% effort to do well in this course.

Materials:

• one computer disc
• highlighter
• smooth edged loose leaf paper (8 1/2 x 11)
• 3 ring binder

• All paragraphs and the essay must be done on the computer.

 
• Journal responses may be neatly handwritten in ink (every-other-line, one side of the paper), OR typed, OR computer printed.

 
• Late paragraphs and essay will receive a maximum grade of D.

 
• Late journal responses will be lowered one grade.

 
• All writing assignments must be completed to receive a course grade.

 
• A passing grade must be earned on formal as well as in-class writings to pass the course.

 
• Attendance is not optional. More than two absences TTH or one absence T will adversely affect your grade.

 
• Class begins exactly on time. Tardiness will be penalized. Being late is disrespectful to your classmates and your instructor.

 
• Effort and full participation are essential for progress; however, effort and full participation alone will not guarantee a passing grade.

 
• All students are expected to abide by the Student Conduct Code.

 
• DO NOT plagiarize. It is plagiarism to get any help on any writing without the instructor's knowledge. It is also plagiarism to use any words from any source without quotation marks and documentation. So, too, it is plagiarism to change words from any source and use the words without proper documentation. Plagiarism is unethical and will result in an F for the course and possible expulsion from University of Hawaii -- Honolulu.

 
• Do not be afraid to make mistakes. Mistakes are learning opportunities.

 
• If you are having problems, do not give up and disappear. This will result in an F. DO talk to your instructor who will do everything she can to help you.