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Keri Bjorklund
English Instructor
Sheridan College
kbjorklund@sheridan.edu
Just a note about me— I had the pleasure of moving
to Sheridan from Cheyenne in August, 2007. Before
moving to Sheridan, I lived in Cheyenne, Laramie,
Lincoln, Nebraska, and Tucson, AZ. I’m originally
from Flagstaff, Arizona but have lived several
places throughout the years—places like Fagersta,
Sweden, Grand Rapids, MN, and many other places. I
earned a BA in English from the University of
Arizona in Tucson and a Master’s degree in English
from the University of Wyoming. Currently, I’m in
the process of earning my Doctorate in Education at
the University of Wyoming. I have taught
composition, English to Speakers of Other Languages,
developmental writing courses, Intro. to Poetry and
Drama, as well as other literature courses—both in
the classroom and online. I look forward to getting
your perspective on literature.
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Getting Started
You will be able to access the course in Blackboard on
the first day of regular class for the present semester.
Textbook and Software Requirements
The following textbook can be purchased through the
Sheridan College Bookstore:
The following software/computer skills are required for the
class:
My Literature Lab from Pearson Higher Education—this is included
with the textbook: ISBN 0205787045.
Basic Online Format
The work week for ENGL 1020 is Sunday at 11:55 p.m. through
Sunday at 11:55 p.m.
Assignments include textbook reading assignments, written
assignments, discussions, group peer review, and 3 major papers.
Because this is a discussion course, assignments follow a set
schedule and due-dates are not flexible.
Feedback
Students are expected to read all e-mails, announcements, and
discussion postings.
The instructor will respond to e-mail within 24 hours during the
business week and a bit longer on the weekends and over
holidays. Discussion responses should be within 48 hours
generally.
Assignments will be graded within one-two weeks. Students
can check grades and graded assignments online.
The instructor is available by phone Monday through Friday at:
307-674-6446, etc. 3011 OR 1-800-913-9139, ext. 3011 OR Skype:
kerisb2. You may also use the “Who’s Online”
feature when the instructor is online.
Frequency of Blackboard Access
The course requires twice weekly participation in discussions.
Part I of the discussion is always due no later than Wednesday
by 11:55 p.m. and Part II is always due no later than Sunday by
11:55 p.m. The discussions serve several important
purposes, including building relationships between instructor
and students as well as among students in the course, ensuring
students check the course regularly, sharing ideas and building
upon each others’ thoughts, creating an information and opinion
base for assignments and papers.
While the twice weekly discussions are a requirement, students
are encouraged to check e-mail and discussion postings as often
as possible. Announcements will also appear as needed to
update and clarify information.
Computer Skills Required
All students who are new to using
Blackboard or are taking their first
online class from NWCCD are
expected to complete the Orientation to Online Learning prior to
beginning this class. Students need to meet the
minimum computer literacy expectations as well as the
minimum technology requirements. Go to the Distance Learning
website for more information (www.sheridan.edu/distance/).
Meets the following graduation
requirements:
English Composition II (ENGL
1020) fulfills the second level writing requirement in any
degree program. It is also accepted as transfer credit at four
year colleges and universities.
Offered in the following semesters:
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