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FOR
MUS 2420-91
Spring 2016
Online Course
Integrated Writing Class
Please print out this syllabus for your reference throughout the course. If you
have any questions, please e-mail me through Pilot.
Element 3:
MUS 2420 is part of Element 3 of the Wright State Core. After taking this course, students should be able
to
a. Critically describe some of the political, social or economic systems, historical, cultural or spiritual
traditions, and/or technological innovations around the world
b. Demonstrate an awareness of the diversity of people or traditions in our world in ways that promote
effective engagement, both locally and globally
c. Use political, social, economic, historical, cultural, spiritual or technological knowledge to evaluate
contemporary issues
Element 3 requirements will be evaluated through both testing and writing assignments.
Element 4:
MUS 2420 is part of Element 4 of the Wright State Core. After taking this course, students should be able
to
a. Critically analyze significant creative, literary, philosophical or religious works
b. Understand and discuss the complex blend of imaginative vision, socio-cultural context, ethical values,
and aesthetic judgment in creative, philosophical or religious works
c. Recognize, evaluate and respond to creative, philosophical or religious works
d. Develop appropriate and ethical applications of knowledge in the humanities or the arts.
Element 4 requirements will be evaluated through both testing and writing assignments.
the class completely finished by 11PM EST on Friday, April 29, 2016 (the Friday of finals week). No
assignments or tests will be available after that date.
4 Writing Assignments: You will also be required to write 4 essays, all of which you will place
in the Dropbox (these are accessible only by me).
THE TOPIC PROMPTS FOR ALL WRITING ASSIGNMENTS ARE FOUND IN THE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL DROPBOX.
Essay topics you are to write on are listed in the instructions once you have clicked on the Dropbox.
These essays should be the equivalent of at least one single-space typed page (500-word minimum per
essay). They should include links and references to as many specifics as possible. Be sure to label your
essay with your name and make it clear what topic you are writing about. Only I will see your 4 Dropbox
essays. There are 4 available topics (dropbox folders) AND YOU MUST WRITE AN ESSAY ON EACH
ESSAY TOPIC (in other words, you may not repeat topics).
should demonstrate thought and preparation. These writing assignments are intended for you to use your
new knowledge and vocabulary. Source citations and documentation are not necessary.
TESTING
TEST 1--- Covers Chapters 1-2
TEST 2---- Covers Chapters 3-4
TEST 3--- Covers Chapters 5-6
TEST 4---- Covers Chapters 7-8
TEST 5--- Covers Chapters 9-10