On this page will be posted your various assignment topics.  They will be available well in advance of the due dates.  Simply click the appropriate link in the box below. 

MARK DISTRIBUTION:

MARK DISTRIBUTION IN PERCENT:

• Quizzes (10%)
  • 6 online quizzes worth 2% each. I will count toward your final grade your best 5 quizzes.
  • Quizzes will be multiple choice or short answer, and may include literary terms, grammar, documentation, and textual analysis.
• Presentation/ Participation (5%)
  • For one text this semester you will be required to prepare one key background point, and provide 3-5 questions for discussion.
  • contributions to class discussions, as well as their level of sophistication.
  • contribution to online forums and assignments.
    
• Students who do not submit all major assignments will receive a failing grade in the course, even if the grade is mathematically a pass.
• All assignments must be submitted by the last day of classes.
• Any rescheduling of the final exam must be formally requested by the student through Registry. 
• I do not accept rewrites of essays or additional assignments for credit. However, I am happy to assist you with any of your assignments to improve your grades.

• This link leads to my list of marking symbols when I grade your assignments. 
• You may also download my What I Look for in an Essay sheet.
• This link leads to the Departmental Grading Guidelines.

DEADLINES:

All grades will be assigned using The King's University alpha scale below (A+ - F). Please make copies of your assignments before submission. Keep all assignments in electronic form (on file or on usb) until the semester is over and you have received your official final grade. All essays must be uploaded to Turnitin via Moodle on the due date.

Essays will be accepted for grading within TWO weeks of the due date; however, late paper assessment will follow standard Department of English late policy: one alpha grade-step deduction per day (excluding weekend) to a maximum of five steps. If extenuating circumstances arise, contact your instructor in writing no later than two weeks following the original due date to arrange a plan for completion of the paper. BOTH essays must be completed to qualify for the final exam.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Academic integrity measures will be used in this course, including screening all essays for originality through Turnitin. Academic dishonesty is a serious offence with potentially disastrous consequences, and I intend to hold you to the highest academic standards. Students are responsible for familiarizing themselves with University policies regarding scholarly ethics and academic integrity (see current King's calendar).

ACADEMIC HONESTY
The University disciplinary code defines the following as offenses. Committing these or aiding another student in committing these is academic misconduct.

Cheating includes: obtaining or providing information or material from or to others during an exam; allowing another student to observe answers during an exam; or possessing or attempting to acquire or distribute unauthorized material relating to an exam.

Plagiarism includes: representing another's work in whole or in part as one's own in an exam or paper, knowingly including a false statement or reference as if it were true, or submission by the student of the work prepared for a different course without the express consent of the instructor.

Other offenses are: tampering or attempting to tamper with examinations, class work, grades or class records; failure to abide by instructor directions regarding the individuality of work; impersonation of another student in an examination or other class assignment; falsification or fabrication of lab reports; the non-authorized recording of lectures; failure to obtain approval, permission, or to otherwise follow procedures, as required by the University as outlined in the University Calendar.

The first occurrence of academic dishonesty in any course results in a zero for the assignment, test, or exam; the second case in any course results in a zero for the course; and the third case in any course results in academic suspension. Occurrences of academic dishonesty will also be noted on the student’s academic record. For more information see the King’s Calendar (http://registry.kingsu.ca/Calendar).

Academic integrity applies to every aspect of the classroom – from testing to our relationship with peers. Major assignments will be vetted by Turnitin; students will also sign and submit an Academic Integrity Agreement detailing our shared understanding of professional practices and conduct.

Academic Supports
Support in the Centre for Teaching & Learning Includes:
AEC: accessibility support for students with documented disabilities contact kristin.lemke@kingsu.ca for more information.
Writing Centre: Writing support for researching, creating, and editing a successful university paper contact leonard.fehr@kingsu.ca for more information.
Need more support?
University 150 Modules pair asynchronous learning with a co-curricular expert to help you navigate academic challenges.
• Information Management support discusses time management, organization, and research methods that employs intentional critical thinking skills to articulate and attain personal & educational learning goals.
• Digital Technology support creates confidence, literacy, and skills to apply ethical and efficient problem solving, task completion, and effective adaptability to new and emerging technology.
• Presentation Methods teaches speaking and presentation skills to connect class outcomes to learning beyond the classroom.
• Health & Wellness support examines the relationships between health and wellness and the accomplishment of life goals while exhibiting and promoting behaviors that advance a healthy community at TKU.
Looking for more support in the areas above? Contact Susanne.huizing@kingsu.ca for more information.

Career and Vocational Counselling
The Centre for Career and Calling helps students discern God’s call for their lives. It equips them to understand themselves, make meaning of their experiences, and explore pathways to purposeful work in service of a more humane, just, and sustainable world. Find out more about services as well as the link to make an appointment with Witty Sandle, the Career and Vocational Counsellor on the King’s website under Student Services.

Mental Health Supports
Counselling Services: Available Monday-Friday. Book a free, confidential appt online through kingsu.janeapp.com. Rm A142
Wellness Room: N112. Open with your ID card if locked.
Prayer Room: L117.
Spiritual Mentor and Life Coach: Bob Foo (Robert.Foo@kingsu.ca)
Work Out Center: 7 am—11 pm G106
Check out the King’s website, visit the Student Life office or email slo@kingsu.ca for more support information.
If you are in need of immediate mental health support after campus hours, please phone Access 24/7 at 780-424-2424.
To find more Edmonton area support services visit ab.211.ca