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SPAN 7231: Picaresque Literature SUMMER 2008 (This page has been formatted for 1024 x768
Forest Dr. Bldg. - Room 1223 04:00 - 06:00 M - Th. May 19 - June 19, 2008
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REQUIRED READINGS AND OTHER MATERIAL
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SPAN 7231: Picaresque Literature: (3 semester hours). Studies the theme of the Spanish anti-hero, the "pícaro" and the development of the picaresque genre from a historic point of view. Additional contrastive study of works of the Golden Age to set picaresque apart as a unique type in Spanish literature.
At the end of this course, students will:
You are expected to be punctual and to come to class prepared. Your active and voluntary participation is required--no credit for simply showing up and warming a seat! Therefore, this is what I expect of you:
In order to accomplish this task, students should plan to spend at least one hour a day working on assignments ( of two being recommended as the optimum). This should include reviewing material covered in class, completing homework assignments, and studying for the next day's class. Plan your schedule accordingly!
This class will be conducted entirely in Spanish. If you have any questions which you would like to ask in English, ask them after class or during my office hours (feel free to make an appointment if necessary). You are invited to discuss your questions and concerns with me in my office. Please, do not hesitate to come by. You and I are both active partners in learning and teaching Spanish, and we must work together as a team!
This is a participation class! If you are absent and you are to be evaluated that day (pop quiz, announced quiz, written test, etc.), you will receive a 0 for that day's activities. Although, an occasional absence will not affect your grade, but habitual or prolonged absence will devastate your progress as well as your grade.
NO MAKE UP TESTS/QUIZZES, PRESENTATIONS, or HOMEWORK WILL BE GIVEN.
I strongly recommend that students should:
What is disruptive behavior?
Examples of Disruptive Behavior in the Classroom:
For more information, please see the Student Conduct Code or feel free to contact Mr. Georj Lewis, Dean of Students, Russell Union Bldg., Room 2016, 912-486-7731 or Dr. Edward Bayens, Director, Judicial Affairs, Russell Union Bldg., Room 2023, 912-681-0059. Source: Classroom Disruption, Office of Judicial Affairs, Georgia Southern University.
Class work is essential when learning a foreign language; therefore, perfect attendance is expected!. The student is given 5 points credit towards the final grade, however, two (2) absences, either excused or unexcused, are permitted. In addition, two (2) **tardies (see note below) are the equivalent of one (1) absence. After two (2) absences, your 5 point credit will be reduced as follows:
ATTENDANCE POINT SCALE 2 absences = you get no deductions
(5 of 5 points credit)
Letting me know in advance that you are going to be absent does not constitute an excuse. For example, that you are leaving town early for the week-end is not an excuse, neither attending your cousin's wedding. I will only accept a written doctor's emergency treatment or prescribed recovery period or death of immediate family as a valid excuse. The student MUST BRING a valid excuse within 2 days after a missed class if he/she wants an absence excused. If a student missed a TEST, HOMEWORK/WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT, and if he/she presented a legitimate valid excuse to the instructor, and the instructor deemed it to be acceptable, the student will be allowed to take a make-up Test or Assignments, not later than five (5) days after the student returns to class. The date and time for the make-up is up to the instructor's earliest convenience. Failure to comply with this regulation or no show will result in a grade of 0 for the missed work.
**Tardy: if a student arrives 5 minutes after class has started, the instructor will consider it to be a TARDY.!
NOTE: The last day of classes is mandatory for ALL students.
ASSESSMENT
Students will be evaluated by short papers, class presentations, participation, assignments, and a final exam/paper.
The university considers students to be individuals responsible for their own behaviors. Students are expected to make decisions with an awareness of the consequences that are likely to result from these decisions. Decision making without considering possible consequences is not justifiable behavior should the consequences, put the student's academic efforts at risk.
Students are expected to communicate in a civil manner in their professional interaction at all times, both in and out of the classroom. This means that student interaction, including discussion and argumentation, is to be carried out in a polite, courteous, and dignified manner that is respectful and understanding toward both peers and professors. Failure to behave in a civil manner may result in disciplinary actions as described by the Georgia Southern Student Conduct Code Policies and Procedures (2007-08).
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY / PLAGIARISM / STUDENT CONDUCT CODE POLICY Cheating, in any of its forms, is a serious offense to the university that compromises the learning process of the violators as well as their classmates. Ultimately, the reputation of the institution is at risk. For these reasons, the university expects students to UPHOLD the ACADEMIC HONESTY HONOR CODE as published in Section III of the Georgia Southern Student Conduct Code Policies and Procedures (2007-08). that address academic dishonesty and the penalties for it, and to conduct themselves with integrity in their academic efforts. To that end, students are expected to follow both the letter and the spirit of academic honesty and to consult with their instructors in advance whenever they feel that those ethical standards may be at risk. All provisions of the student code apply to this class. Any incidents will be reported to the Judicial Affairs Office.
All members of the community understand that to succeed in classes, students must be active participants in their education while understanding and complying with each course syllabus. Students should plan on spending at least two hours of study for every one hour in class. Outside preparation and class attendance alone do not guarantee success or the highest grades; rather, mastery of the material and acquisition of necessary skills determine success and grades.
American with Disabilities Act "This class complies with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA)."
Students with disabilities needing academic accommodations must:
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This syllabus is available upon request in alternative formats fro individuals with print related disabilities.
The instructor reserves the right to make modifications to the syllabus, calendar, exam/quiz dates, compositions and grading system if deemed necessary. Any changes will be previously discussed with the students.
SUMMER SEMESTER 2008
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