English 1001 Syllabus |
Course OverviewThis class will provide students with an introduction to some of the most influential authors in the American literary tradition. Selected works cover over 150 years of American history and include works of poetry, short story and novel. ObjectivesOver the semester, I expect students to achieve the following goals:
ExpectationsIn order to accomplish this goal, students must
Grade Percentages:
Your grade will depend primarily on your written work and the understanding of the material that you convey through that work. A command of standard written English and the ability to present an argument will also contribute to the determination of your grade. Any infractions against UMD's Scholastic Dishonesty provisions in the Student Conduct Code as stated in the UMD catalogue will receive serious attention and appropriate penalties. Individuals who have any disability, either permanent or temporary, which might influence their capacity to perform in this class, should inform me at the start of the semester. I can make special adaptations of teaching methods, assignments, materials, or testing as required to provide for equitable participation in the course. The Access Center is also available to assist students with disabilities. It is located in 256 Kirby Student Center and on the web at <http://www.d.umn.edu/access>. Required TextsConnaroe, Joel, ed. Six American Poets. New York: Vintage, 1993. Cooper, James Fenimore. The Last of the Mohicans. 1826. New York: Oxford, 1998. Erdrich, Louise. Tracks. New York: HarperCollins, 1989. Hurston, Zora Neale. Their Eyes Were Watching God. 1937. New York: Harper-Collins, 2000. Twain, Mark. Pudd'nhead Wilson. 1894. New York: Signet, 1976. |
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John D. Schwetman 25 January 2006 |