AML 2020

American Literature II


Professor: Dr. Houser
Term/Session: Fall 2015, Session 4
Course Number:  AML 2020
Reference Number: 526345

Course Description

This course will focus on analysis of American literature from approximately 1900 to today. Texts will include short stories, novels, plays, essays, and poetry by authors such as Ernest Hemingway, Robert Frost, James Baldwin, Sherwood Anderson, Ambrose Bierce,  William Faulkner, Toni Morrison, and many others. An essential element of this course will revolve around developing a critical understanding of how historical elements influence the ideas and forms of expression used by writers. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to analyze, interpret, and evaluate in terms of style the literature written by American authors during the 20th century and relate these works to the broader American culture. The course is taught entirely online via BC Online (otherwise known as Desire2Learn).

Course Prerequisites
Since this is a “Writing Requirement” course, in order to register for this course, you must be eligible for, currently enrolled in, or already have taken ENC1101. 
For the best chance at succeeding in the class, you should have already passed ENC 1101.
Orientation to Online Learning
To be successful in an online course, you should assess your readiness to successfully engage in an online learning class at Broward College. You can complete the Orientation to Online Learning to determine if an online class is a right fit for you and to learn how to navigate the system. Upon completion of the orientation, you will earn a certificate. Some professors require you to submit this certificate during orientation, so make sure to save it in an easily accessible folder on your computer.
Course Attendance and Participation Policy
During the first week of class, you must complete the Syllabus Quiz from the course orientation, or you will be withdrawn from the course. Simply logging into the course will not satisfy your attendance during this time. As with an on-campus course, students who are reported for non-attendance in an online course and are withdrawn are still responsible for paying for the course. If you do not complete the requirements of the first week of class, you should drop the course by the official drop/add deadline or expect to pay for the course.

It is very important for you to actively participate in this online class. If you stop participating in class discussions, do not submit assignments, or fail to take quizzes or tests prior to the withdrawal date, you will be withdrawn from class and receive a W or, if it is your third attempt, an F.
If you stop participating after the withdrawal date, you will receive an F. To avoid this situation, you should remain an active learner in this class and always communicate extenuating circumstances to your instructor. Ongoing communication with the instructor is critical to your course success. Completion of tests, assignments, and other class activities are used as indicators of your participation in order to satisfy this reporting requirement. See the list of activities required for participation and attendance on the General Course Policies page.
Required Course Materials

Where possible, all required readings that are available on the internet have been linked in the "Your eBook" folder within the Content portion of the course. These links are also included within the syllabus.
In addition, two novel-length works are to be read during this course. You are free to borrow them from a local library, the BC library, or purchase them inexpensively via an online bookstore (such as Amazon.com):
  • Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin (any edition is acceptable)
  • Beloved by Toni Morrison (any edition is acceptable)

If you prefer a physical textbook, the following is available in the Central Campus bookstore or can be purchased online:
Optional Texts:
1       Anthology of American Literature, VOLUME 2, 10th Edition by George McMichael, et al (ISBN 978-0205779369). The 9th edition of this textbook is acceptable, as it can be found inexpensively online and also contains the vast majority of the required readings within it
Methods of Instruction
This is a 3-credit hour fully online course without proctored exams. In this class, you will engage in structured out-of-class and online activities. The online activities may include, but are not limited to, readings, discussions, essays, case studies, research, and/or online quizzes and tests. See the course schedule for a detailed description of activities. Students are responsible for regularly reviewing the course schedule and completing all required assignments.

General Policies and Technical Requirements
You are responsible for being familiar with all BC Online policies and procedures related to your activity in this course.

Broward College Policies
Review the Broward College Policies on topics including disability services, academic honesty, privacy, and critical event procedures.

BC Online Policies
Review the General Course Policies for topics including rules for netiquette, definition of participation, and other information.

Technical Requirements
Students taking an online course are expected to be moderately proficient in using a computer. Please go to the Technical Requirements page for a complete list of computer skills and technical requirements.

How to Access the Course
Follow these steps in order to log into the BC Online course. Normally, the login date will be the first day of the session in which the course is scheduled. Only students who have registered andpaid for the course will be permitted to login. There may be a delay of up to 20 minutes from when you register and pay before BC Online login is activated.
  • Your BC Online User Name is the same as your BC email ID.
  • Your BC Online password is the same as your BC email PIN code.
  • If you need login information, obtain BC email user ID and PIN code before attempting to login to BC Online.
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