Gavilan College
Spring 2008
English IB Syllabus
Section 4327
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Gavilan College English IB Syllabus Section 4327 |
News Flash! As noted in the Schedule of Classes, we have a mandatory meeting on campus, Thursday, January 31 from 3:30-5 in Library 171. See you there! |
Click here for a direct link to the class (This link will be made live on the first day of the semester)
How to Log In: Please click on "Log in Instructions" above |
“Though we do not wholly believe it yet, the interior life is a real life
and the intangible dreams of people have a tangible effect on the world.”
-- James Baldwin
| Welcome to English IB! This is a brief information page. When the semester begins on January 30, you will be able to access the syllabus (giving a more in-depth description) and begin the coursework. On January 30, click on the 'Log in Instructions' button above and follow the instructions. Remember to write down your password and keep it in a safe place.
It is strongly suggested that you attend an orientation to online classes offered by the Gavilan Library. Call (408) 848-4806 or visit the library webpage at www.gavilan.edu/library for details. The course is in full swing starting the first week of the semester, so you want to be sure you understand how to navigate Moodle right away.
Important note: You must log on and begin the course by posting your first discussion item by February 4, 2008; otherwise, you will be dropped. Please contact me by email if you have any questions, jhooper@gavilan.edu. |
Instructor Contact Information |
Instructor: Jessica Hooper Phone: (408) 848-4854 Office: Theater 129 Office Hours: TTH 8:30-10:00; MW 3:30-4:30 and by appointment Email: jhooper@gavilan.edu |
| Required Texts |
The following required works are available at the Gavilan Bookstore: Literature: An Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Drama, 9th ed. by Kennedy and Gioia The Awakening, by Kate Chopin When Heaven and Earth Changed Places by Le Ly Hayslip |
| Texts on Reserve | In addition to the above works, there are several writing texts on reserve in the Gavilan library. You do not have to purchase these. They are for your use whenever you need them. Simply go to the front desk and check one or more out. Be sure to tell the librarian my name.
The Allyn and Bacon Handbook The Everyday Writer The Brief Penguin Handbook Quick Access Reference for Writers |
| Course Description | English IB is an introductory literature survey course that focuses on reading and writing about four basic literary genres: drama, poetry, short story and the novel. All assignments and forum discussions are designed to help the student develop analytical thinking skills through close reading of various texts and through essay writing. |
| Objectives | The objectives for the course are manifold and include
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| Required Work |
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| Date, Time, and Place | Although you can enter and work in the class website anytime day or night, please know that the lectures, assignments, essays, discussions, and quizzes have certain deadlines and due dates. Expect to work online for a few hours each week—about the same amount of time you would spend in a traditional class. |
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| Syllabus | Syllabus: For more details, see the class syllabus. The syllabus will not be visible until January 30, 2008. |
Address of this website:
http://hhh.gavilan.edu/jhooper/syl260.htm
Last updated on January, 16, 2008
For questions or comments, please contact
Jessica Hooper at jhooper@gavilan.edu