Title: Communicating Across Contexts Term: Winter 2022 Professor: Nic Labriola Contact Info: niclabriola@senecacollege.ca Virtual Office Hours: Please email for an appointment Approved By: Amanda Nowensky Chair of English and Liberal Studies ☐ In Person (IP) ☐ Online Asynchronous (OA) ☐ Online Synchronous and Asynchronous (OB) - COM111 must be OB
Comments: The course has been designed as a self-directed, asynchronous
learning experience. Students are able to complete the weekly learning modules, readings and assignments at their own pace.
Introduction Welcome to COM 101! Please read carefully and join me in using this addendum to the COM101 course outline. It is your guide to the course requirements and activities in my class. Any future updates to this document will be indicated in Announcements. Use this addendum weekly to help you prepare for classes and keep up to date with coursework. Please also visit http://els.senecacollege.ca/school/els for key information from the School of English & Liberal Studies at Newnham. Texts & Materials Students are required to use Seneca Libraries' APA Citation Guide, available here: https://seneca.libguides.com/apa
In this course, you will read materials from five genres: academic, persuasive, expository, narrative, and multimodal. All reading materials will be available on our course website.
Genre Readings "Dumped" Academic "Mindfulness and Student Success"
"Trump Decries Immigrants from Shithole Countries"
Expository
"Steve Jobs Knew How To Write an Email. Here's How he Did it" Persuasive "Why Can't my new employees write?" "Don't take a picture. It will last longer" "Turtle Island" Narrative
"How a handful of companies control billions of minds"
Multimodal "Connected but Alone" "I know you're sorry"
Academic Integrity & Copyright
Most of the materials posted in this course are protected by copyright. It is a violation of Canada's Copyright Act and Seneca's Copyright Policy to share, post, and/or upload course material in part or in whole without the permission of the copyright owner. This includes posting materials to third-party file-sharing sites such as assignment-sharing or homework help sites. Course material includes teaching material, assignment questions, tests, and presentations created by faculty, other members of the Seneca community, or other copyright owners.
It is also prohibited to reproduce or post to a third-party commercial website work that
is either your own work or the work of someone else, including (but not limited to) assignments, tests, exams, group work projects, etc. This explicit or implied intent to help others may constitute a violation of Seneca’s Academic Integrity Policy and potentially involve such violations as cheating, plagiarism, contract cheating, etc.
These prohibitions remain in effect both during a student’s enrollment at the college as well as withdrawal or graduation from Seneca. Grading/Assignments
Assignments Weight Details
Summary 10% Summary Paragraph - summarizing an article
Academic argument 15% Response essay - using readings from class Transfer assignment(s) 30% Infographic based on a reading; Self-direct Blog assignment
Student/faculty consultation You will communicate with one another and with your instructor through: Discussion Boards Blackboard:(Virtual Class/Tutorial, Office Hours) Email Tentative Weekly Schedule –
Online Activities/ Week Topic Reading Assignment (%) 1 Intro to course & key "Trump decries Practice: Discussion concepts immigrants..." Board, Portfolio, Jan 10 - 14 "I am part of the Assignment resistance...
2 Summary Part 1 - Module 1: Summary Discussion Board:
Jan 17 - 21 Identifying main ideas "Steve Jobs knew Linkedin profile Jan 21- last and using supporting how to write an email" Writing Portfolio: day to drop a details Summary Practice course without receiving a grade and with a refund for session 1 and 7S1 3 Paraphrasing; APA "Why can't my new Summary Assignment Style Guide employees write?" 10% Due (Check Jan 24 – 28 official due date on Jan 26 - late blackboard) tuition payment for winter term 2022 with financial penalty
Persuasion: Logic, Module 2: The Art of Writing Portfolio: What
4 Emotion, Credibility; Persuasion is an infographic? Intro to Infographics "How a handful of Discussion Board: Jan 31 - Feb 4 tech companies Examples of control the minds..." persuasion "Connected, but alone?" Online Activities/ Week Topic Reading / Genre Assignment (%) (Please indicate the genre of your reading) 5 Multimodal Blogs: Infographic Infographic 10% Due Feb 7 - 11 Communication; design and creation (Check official due Feb 11 Social Media: date on blackboard) Last day to drop 7S1 Infographics course(s) and receive a DNC(Did Not Complete) grade 6 APA Style, Module 3: Writing Portfolio - Comparison Essays, Purpose/Audience/To Opinion of Brandon Feb 14 - 18 Purpose/Audience/To ne Ambrosino's argument ne "Don't take a picture, it will last longer."
7 Critical Analysis Module 4: Research, Essay Due 15%
APA and Plagiarism (Check official due Feb 21 - 25 "Mindfulness and date on blackboard) Feb 21 Student Success" Family Day holiday (Seneca Closed)
STUDY WEEK STUDY WEEK STUDY WEEK
Feb 28 - Mar 4 Study Week Online Activities/ Week Topic Reading Assignment (%) 8 Narratives Part 1: Module 5: Storytelling Writing Portfolio - Fables, Cultural "I want to tell you a Storytelling response Mar 7 - 11 Practice, Memories, story" & "The danger Fiction, Identity, of a single story" Conflict
9 Elements of Fiction; Module 6: Storytelling Discussion Board:
Native Identity and Culture Elements of Fiction Mar 14 - 18 "Turtle Island" Writing Portfolio: Blog "I know you're sorry" Proposal "Where are the children"
10 Revising and Editing; Module 7: Revising Discussion Board/
Blog Writing and Editing Writing Portfolio Mar 21 - 25 Blogs on Blogs Entries Due (Check Blackboard for official Due Date)
11 Transfer and Genre; Module 8: Genre and Polished Piece (Email)
Blogs and Emails Transfer Due (Check Mar 28 - Apr 1 Blogs on Blogs Blackboard for official Due Date) Online Activities/ Week Topic Reading Assignment (%) EXAM REVIEW 1 Various Exam Review 12 Discussion Board Apr 4 - 8 Blog Post 20% Due Apr 8 (Check Blackboard for Last day to official Due Date) drop 7S2 course(s) and receive a DNC (Did Not Complete) grade
Apr 22: Winter 2022 term ends Apr 25: Final grades available on student Centre. Promotion Policy
Evaluation of Work
Evaluation is based on correct language usage, organization and mastery of the subject at a post-secondary level. Students are expected to learn professional standards of performance in the subject areas, and tests and assignments will be graded on that basis. To be successful in this subject, you must complete all course work as specified and achieve an overall grade of D (50%) or more.
Students who miss scheduled tests, presentations or in-class assignments will receive a grade of zero. If there are valid reasons for missing the test, presentation or in-class assignment, the student MUST: a) Contact the professor or student advisor either by phone or by email prior to the start time of the test, presentation or in-class assignment and b) By the next class, present the professor with appropriate documentation. At the professor’s discretion, a make-up test/in-class assignment or new date for the presentation may be granted.
Late Assignments
Any student in need of an extended deadline must negotiate a reasonable extension
with the faculty in advance of the published deadline. Only under extenuating circumstances will late assignments be accepted without communication prior to the deadline. Documentation of the extenuating circumstances must be provided by the student upon request. At the discretion of the faculty, deductions may be applied for any late assignment submissions. Student assessment policy is available at Student Assessment Policy website.
Late assignments will result in a penalty of 5% per day to a maximum of five
consecutive days. Assignments will not be accepted after five consecutive days or as otherwise indicated by your professor.
Attendance and Participation
Considerate classroom conduct, adequate class preparation, and constructive
participation will enhance your academic experience and that of your colleagues. In particular, you are asked to be prompt, courteous, responsible and collaborative. Consistent attendance is important for success in this subject.
Learning Centre
The Learning Centre offers academic support to all Seneca students in the form of one- on-one tutoring, small group tutoring, and workshops and are located in the libraries of the Newnham, Markham, York and King campuses. More information regarding learning centre workshops and schedules, please visit Learning Centre website. Dropping a Subject
There are two deadlines for dropping this subject. If you drop by Day 10 of the semester, the subject will not appear on your transcript. If you drop by the last drop date (see Student handbook), the subject will appear on your transcript with a grade of DNC. To drop, please notify your professor, complete a “Timetable Change Form,” and return it to Registration by the deadline. Discuss any possible negative consequences of dropping the subject with the Coordinator/advisor.
Academic Regulations
It is your responsibility as a student of Seneca College to be aware of and abide
by the academic and behavioural policies outlined in the College Academic Policy and the Student Handbook. Here are some key policies: Academic Integrity
Seneca College takes Academic Integrity very seriously. Therefore, all assignments in this course must be completed independently (unless otherwise stated), and with integrity. Copying and pasting from any source without correct quoting, paraphrasing, and citations will be considered plagiarism. This or any other contravention of Seneca's Academic Integrity Policy, including cheating, sharing, collusion, using spinbots, contract cheating, falsification, impersonation, or submitting a previously-submitted assignment will be reported to the Academic Integrity Committee. Please review the Academic Integrity Policy.
To learn more about academic integrity and for resources to help you ensure academic integrity in all your course work, see Seneca Libraries Guides.
Student Appeals
Students have the right to appeal academic decisions of the College. The procedures for informal and formal appeals are outlined in Academic Policy. If a student disagrees with the evaluation of an assignment or with a final grade, s/he must first discuss the matter with the professor in an attempt to resolve the matter informally. If the matter is not resolved, the student should discuss the problem with the Co-ordinator or the Chair. Students must keep all assignments (including drafts and outlines) and exercises until they receive their final grade. No appeal will be considered unless a complete file is submitted at the time of the appeal. For more information regarding appeal process, please read Academic Appeal Policy. Changes to the appeal process due to Covid-19 can be found at Seneca Covid-19 website under the Student FAQs section. Copyright
Copyright means sole right to produce, reproduce and copy a work. In Canada, all original creative works are automatically protected by copyright upon their creation and protection applies whether or not a copyright symbol appears on the material. Only the copyright owner or its authorized licensees have the right to decide when and how the work is to be copied, altered or made available. Regardless of format, the use, reproduction and distribution of copyright protected materials are subject to limits and restrictions. More copyright information is available at Seneca Copyright Policy website. Fair dealing for copyright-protected work information is available at Seneca Fair Dealing for Copyright Protected Work Policy website. Online sessions may be recorded and made available to students registered in this class for their reference.
Information Technology Acceptable Use
Official College E-mail is available to all employees and students. Faculty, staff and students are required to use College-provided e-mail when corresponding electronically about College-related matters. For further information regarding the IT acceptable use policy, please refer to Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Policy
Student Conduct
It is the policy of Seneca College that all employees and students have a right to work and study in an environment that asserts the personal worth and dignity of each individual. For example, this includes interactions during Seneca related activities, student group work and communications being held online or in-person. The Student Conduct Office works with the Seneca community to address non-academic issues, disruptive behaviours and reports of sexual violence. Examples of issues that may be referred to this office for resolution include, but are not limited to: disturbing behaviour that interrupt the educational process, harassment, abusive behaviour of any kind, and dangerous conduct such as assault or fighting.
In addition to Seneca’s Student Code of Conduct Policy, students also have rights and responsibilities under the laws of local, provincial and federal governments, other Seneca policies and guidelines or regulations that may be administered by an academic school or area within Seneca. Student are encouraged to familiarize themselves with these policies. More information and assistance are available through the Student Conduct Office , extension 22078 or via email at student.conduct@senecacollege.ca.
Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The college will provide reasonable accommodation for students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Accessibility Office by phone at your campus extension or email at senecacnas@senecacollege.ca to schedule an appointment. Appointments can be provided by phone, email or video chat. • King Campus: 416.491.5050 ext. 55157 • Markham Campus: 416.491.5050 ext. 77508 • Newnham Campus: 416.491.5050 ext. 22900 • Seneca@York Campus: 416.491.5050 ext. 33150
