English 601: Research Methods in English (Composition)
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INTRODUCTION & POLICIES
This section of English 601 is an introduction to the various research methods used in the field of Rhetoric and Composition. We will explore ways of researching in the field by reading published research, learning ethical and institutionally-appropriate ways of conducting research, studying the writing of research, and taking on mini-research projects. Particular attention will be given to the art of articulating research questions and selecting appropriate methods for answering such questions--a skill that must be mastered by students before entering the final stage (thesis or dissertation) of their degree.
By the end of the course, students should have a better understanding of how knowledge is made in the field of Rhetoric and Composition historically and presently. Such an understanding is pertinent to those who currently (or intend to) study, teach, or publish in the field.
Required Texts
Creswell: Research Design
Heath: Ways with Words
MacNealy: Strategies for Empirical Research in Writing
McKee & De Voss: Digital Writing Research
North: The Making of Knowledge in Composition
Donahue & Moon: Local Histories
Sullivan & Porter: Opening Spaces
Leki: Undergraduates in a Second Language
Smagorinsky: Research on Composition
and additional readings on reserve
Attendance Policy
I expect you to attend class, arrive on time, and stay for the entire class period. Your final grade may be lowered or you may be asked to withdraw from the class if you have trouble meeting these attendance expectations.
Plagiarism/Academic Misconduct
Using someone else's ideas or words as your own on any assignment is plagiarism. It is a violation of the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities as defined in the student handbook (or at www.bsu.edu/sa/dean/stucode/) and will be treated as such. If you are concerned about inadvertently violating this policy, please see me before completing the assignment.
Special Needs
If you need course adaptations or accommodations because of a disability, if you have emergency medical information to share with me, or if you need special arrangements in case the building must be evacuated, please make an appointment with me as soon as possible.
Writing Center & Optional Conferences
You are encouraged to take advantage of the Writing Center. The Writing Center offers free one-to-one assistance on all of your writing projects for all of your classes. The Writing Center is located in RB 291. It is open Monday-Wednesday 10-7 and Thursday & Friday 10-5. You may drop by or make an appointment at http://writing.iweb.bsu.edu.
You may also schedule an appointment or drop by my office hours as needed throughout the semester to discuss the readings, your writing, or other class issues. I also am fairly quick in responding to email questions, so you may contact me that way. I also will have my AIM account on during office hours, username: jrgmckinney.
INTRODUCTION & POLICIES
This section of English 601 is an introduction to the various research methods used in the field of Rhetoric and Composition. We will explore ways of researching in the field by reading published research, learning ethical and institutionally-appropriate ways of conducting research, studying the writing of research, and taking on mini-research projects. Particular attention will be given to the art of articulating research questions and selecting appropriate methods for answering such questions--a skill that must be mastered by students before entering the final stage (thesis or dissertation) of their degree.
By the end of the course, students should have a better understanding of how knowledge is made in the field of Rhetoric and Composition historically and presently. Such an understanding is pertinent to those who currently (or intend to) study, teach, or publish in the field.
Required Texts
Creswell: Research Design
Heath: Ways with Words
MacNealy: Strategies for Empirical Research in Writing
McKee & De Voss: Digital Writing Research
North: The Making of Knowledge in Composition
Donahue & Moon: Local Histories
Sullivan & Porter: Opening Spaces
Leki: Undergraduates in a Second Language
Smagorinsky: Research on Composition
and additional readings on reserve
Attendance Policy
I expect you to attend class, arrive on time, and stay for the entire class period. Your final grade may be lowered or you may be asked to withdraw from the class if you have trouble meeting these attendance expectations.
Plagiarism/Academic Misconduct
Using someone else's ideas or words as your own on any assignment is plagiarism. It is a violation of the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities as defined in the student handbook (or at www.bsu.edu/sa/dean/stucode/) and will be treated as such. If you are concerned about inadvertently violating this policy, please see me before completing the assignment.
Special Needs
If you need course adaptations or accommodations because of a disability, if you have emergency medical information to share with me, or if you need special arrangements in case the building must be evacuated, please make an appointment with me as soon as possible.
Writing Center & Optional Conferences
You are encouraged to take advantage of the Writing Center. The Writing Center offers free one-to-one assistance on all of your writing projects for all of your classes. The Writing Center is located in RB 291. It is open Monday-Wednesday 10-7 and Thursday & Friday 10-5. You may drop by or make an appointment at http://writing.iweb.bsu.edu.
You may also schedule an appointment or drop by my office hours as needed throughout the semester to discuss the readings, your writing, or other class issues. I also am fairly quick in responding to email questions, so you may contact me that way. I also will have my AIM account on during office hours, username: jrgmckinney.
