[AAL 202- LEC 01]
[Private Reading ]
Course Syllabus
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Instructor: Edmond W. Davis, BA, MA.
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Course Title: Private Reading
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Phone Number: 501.244.4986
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Course Number: AAL 202 sec. 1
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Instructor’s emails: PRODIGYISPHILLY.YAHOO.COMEdmond.davis.arkansasbaptist.edu
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Credit Hours: 3 Semester Hours
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Office Location: library Bldg. (J.C. Oliver)
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Core/Required: No
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Course Schedule: MW 1pm-2:15pm
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Offered: fall 2009
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James Hall Rm. # 4
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Office Hours: TBA
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Prerequisites: None
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Kate L. Turabian’s A Manual for Writers of Research Papers, Theses, and Dissertations, Seventh Edition or any late edition
Chicago Style for Students and Researchers
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Core Requisites: None
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Methods of Instruction: lectures, guest speakers, PowerPoint, class discussions, role playing, class projects and videos (if time is permissible). I will also introduce out of class supportive (supplemental) materials in class such as books, illustrations, letters etc. to promote learning.
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Welcome
Welcome to Private Reading (AAL 202)
Instructor’s Bio
Edmond Davis has a BA from Grambling State University; MA from Louisiana Technical University; and further studies at Ruston Developmental Center, SSD #1. He is working towards his PhD. Davis is the author of “BLACK AVIATORS OF ARKANSAS,” and “The OTA: Pulaski Co. AA Pilots of WW2.” He is also President of the Milton Pitts Crenchaw Flight Training Academy Inc., and member of the Aerospace Education Center’s Board of Directors.
Teaching Philosophy
My belief is that students should apply what is recorded in class, outside of class, and make it relevant. I think Learning comes with engaging in meaningful dialogue about various topics. My mission is to help slay the myths about the demographic makeup of African-Americans in the United States. This will be done with effective readings, collaborative learning, lectures and interactive classroom exchanges.
Course Description and Overview
This three credit hour course is a monitored self-paced course based on selected reading in books, magazines, and newspapers on African-American issues. This course is open to any student who is interested in undertaking a Private Reading course with a member of the department. The class meets twice per week to maintain the true structure of the course. This seminar is one of several courses that will satisfy the African American Community Leadership program (AAL) requirement, General studies as well as other Schools in the College.
Course Objectives & Learning Outcomes
- Knows the key periods, personalities and ideas in African American history and understands their relationships to world history.
- Awareness of his/her own ethical perspective
- Quantitative literacy
- To develop a global perspective
- Understanding of various ways of Knowing
- Development of self-reflection and self-understanding
- To encourage and exercise processes involving critical thinking skills
- Examining the differences between a “Trained” person and an “educated” person
- To identify what happens to blacks in a Eurocentric dominated learning system
Synopsis: THE MIS-EDUCATION OF THE NEGRO by Carter G. Woodson, PhD.
- The Mis-Education of the Negro is one of the most important books on education ever written. Carter G. Woodson shows us the weakness of Euro-centric based curriculums that fail to include African American history and culture. This system mis-educates the African American student, failing to prepare them for success and to give them an adequate sense of which they are within the system that they must live. Woodson provides many strong solutions to the problems he identifies in black America…some of which are still relevant today.
- To understand major developments in the African-American Experience in America.
- To examine the ethnic, economic, cultural and linguistic socio-historic patterns of early 20th century Blacks.
- To have students critically think and analyze materials offered
- To improve reading comprehension by identifying the main idea and supplied details
Class policies
Attendance
Students are expected to attend every class. Students are also expected to actively participate in class discussions, activities, and timely complete all assignments/readings. If you miss more than 6 classes for MWF class or 4 classes for TR or MW classes you will be reprimanded administratively and by your instructor.
Student’s grades may be affected by participation or non-participation in class discussions and activities.
Students must make and be able to show every realistic effort to contact me prior to an absence where they may request pre-approval. Excessive absences can result in the student being dropped from the course or failing the course.
Tardiness
Classes will start at the designated time. Please be to class on time. The instructors are allowed 10-15 minutes to get to class before a sign-in sheet can be used as attendance. If you decide to leave early or come late you run the risk of missing important information and you are totally responsible for.
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100-90
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89-80
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B
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79-70
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C
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69-60
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D
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Less than 60
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F
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Incomplete
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I
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Withdrawal
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W
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Repeated
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R
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Grading & Evaluation
Note: Cheating of any type or form is not tolerated. Students who are caught cheating will receive an automatic “F” for the particular exam and an “F” for the course should one attempt to cheat a second time.
Classroom Etiquette: please put all electronic devices on vibrate, silent or off mode. Texting/emailing during instruction is considered disrespectful behavior and will not be tolerated. If you do have to take a call, or send a message, leave the classroom in a fashion that is non-disruptive. No hats in class, undergarment exposure is unacceptable and violators will be giving (1) ONE warning before being asked to leave or be escorted out of class. You must also bring your textbook and writing utensils to every class. You should not come to class empty-handed by any means. Profanity & disrespectful vernacular will not be tolerated. We are to greet each other respectfully at all times. View the MANNERS MATTER document in your ABC “S” domain to know about what is expected of a college level student.
Students may seek clarification of any grade given. Students are required to document all grades given to avoid asking when you should know. Students are encouraged to retain all papers/writings until the course is completed. It is not the responsibility of the instructor to keep up with students’ paper after attempts have been made to return them to the student. Four (4) exams given will have equal weight in determining the final grade for the course and a fifth section will be dedicated towards miscellaneous items.
Research-based writing activity 20%
Individual chapter Presentation 20%
Group book Presentation 20%
Comprehensive book essay 20%
Quizzes, E.C., CE, attendance 20%
100
Participation
Students maximize their learning when they share personal and unique experiences and perspectives with each other. For this reason, classroom participation is a vital part of the learning experience. Students are also required to participate in what is called a “Current Event” segment at the beginning of each class. Please check your CAMS service for more details of this class, as it is also a guide. Each student is to report at least three (3) stories mostly all of positive nature. Students are also required to present before the class in groups and individually. Students will be asked to display reasoning, analysis, computation, and cultural awareness.
Diversity & Students with Disabilities Statements
I encourage everyone regardless of sexual orientation, ethnicity/Ancestry, gender, cultures and religion to participate while in class. The instructor and students will be sensitive and respectful and will not tolerate discrimination or bias in any form in class or on campus.
Statement of Disability Support
It is the policy of Arkansas Baptist College to accommodate students with disabilities pursuant to federal and state laws, and the College is committed to equal opportunity for all students. Any students who need special accommodations, for example, in seating placement, arrangement for examinations, or class location, etc. should notify me (the instructor) in writing regarding their need. Please email Mr. John McAllister ADA coordinator during the first week of the semester or as soon as possible thereafter. Waiting will only hurt your cause. John.Mcallister.arkansasbaptist.edu
Late Assignments
It is understandable that things may arise unexpectedly that are beyond your control and I will make every effort to assist you. No papers will be accepted after the end of class unless you have arranged for an Incomplete. Quizzes cannot be made up, Major exams can be made up only if you missed class and have an official excuse. Please make arrangements to have others turn your work in, only in the event that you cannot, and with prior notice and approval from Instructor. The responsibility for the grade you receive rests entirely upon you.
Academic Honesty
Academic honesty is required of all members of a learning community. Hence, the College will not tolerate cheating or plagiarism on tests, examinations, papers, or other course assignments. Students who engage in such dishonesty may be given a failing grades or expelled from the College.
Plagiarism –If you “quote” or paraphrase someone else’s work you must provide a proper citation, documentation (source). Using words or ideas of another person and presenting them as one’s original work is considered plagiarism. Proofread what you turn in as a safety measure. This can sometimes occur through carelessness or ignorance. Re-submitting your own work without the proper recognition or governance can be defined as academic dishonesty. The student will always be held accountable. If you are uncertain about proper documentation of sources, please contact me by phone or email and please no text messages or Blocked #’s.
Available Help: Literacy Writing Center, Scholars College Advisors, Library staff, Enrichment Lab, and extra help from the instructor and/or any writing professional. Tutors are also on the horizon to assist.
The instructor reserves the right to change this syllabus as needed. (Tentative)
Due to the nature of this course selected subjects rather than the entire book will be covered as noted in the Course calendar below.
Course Calendar
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ASSIGNMENTS PGS.#’s for the wk
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Points
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Due Date
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Assignment for Week 1 1-8
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Assignment for Week 2 9-16
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Assignment for Week 3 17-25, 26-37
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Assignment for Week 4 38-51, Research writing activity
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20
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9/14/09
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Assignment for Week 5 52-61
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Assignment for Week 6 62-73, Quiz?
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Assignment for Week 7 74-82
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Assignment for Week 8 Individual chapter Presentation
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20
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10/12/09
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Assignment for Week 9 83-95
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Assignment for Week 10 96-110
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Assignment for Week 11 111-119, Quiz?
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Assignment for Week 12 120-131
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Assignment for Week 13 132-143, Group book Presentation
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20
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11/16/09
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Assignment for Week 14 144-156
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Assignment for Week 15 157-172, 173-180-190
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Assignment for Week 16 Comprehensive book essay
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20
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TBA
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Quizzes, E.C., C.E., attendance%
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20
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TOTALS 100%
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