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Document Title: Course Syllabus in AW 100 Academic Writing

MANUEL S. ENVERGA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION Page No.: Page 1 of 12
An Autonomous University Revision No.: 6
Lucena City Effectivity Date: 17 August 2020
Prepared by:
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Jahzeel L. Sarmiento, MAEd
Professor
Reviewed by:
QUALITY FORM Remedios S. Salazar, MAEd
Department Chair
Approved by:
Claudia Odette J. Ayala, PhD
Dean

UNIVERSITY VISION

In 2030, the Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation is a globally competitive university with high concentrations of talent, excellent teaching environment, rigorous program quality, sufficient resources, and
a culture of collaboration.

UNIVERSITY MISSION

The Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation is a private, non-stock, non-profit, non-sectarian educational foundation with a three-fold function – instruction, research and community service – offering
responsive and alternative programs supportive of national development goals and standards of global excellence.

GOAL

The Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation shall produce graduates who have research-based knowledge, leadership and managerial skills, and professionalism.

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES VISION

In 2030, the College of Arts and Sciences shall be a globally competitive liberal arts and sciences institution with high concentrations of talent, excellent teaching environment, rigorous program quality,
sufficient resources, and a culture of collaboration.
.
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES MISSION

The MSEUF College of Arts and Sciences shall produce competent professionals adequately prepared in the practice of their profession supportive of national development goals and standards of global
excellence.

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES MISSION

 Document Code: CAS-F-CS
Document Title: Course Syllabus in AW 100 Academic Writing
MANUEL S. ENVERGA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION Page No.: Page 2 of 12
An Autonomous University Revision No.: 6
Lucena City Effectivity Date: 17 August 2020
Prepared by:
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Jahzeel L. Sarmiento, MAEd
Professor
Reviewed by:
QUALITY FORM Remedios S. Salazar, MAEd
Department Chair
Approved by:
Claudia Odette J. Ayala, PhD
Dean

Instruction Research Community

Service
1. Graduates shall have effective communication and teamwork skills, creativity and critical thinking.   
2. Graduates shall have skills and capacities to apply theories in various disciplines in accordance with high standards of ethics.   
3. Graduates shall become successful professionals serving local and international communities.   
4. Graduates shall have lifelong learning skills to facilitate changes in themselves and in their society.   

COURSE SPECIFICATION

Course Code: AW 100

Course Title: Academic Writing
The course aims to provide students with writing and language techniques that are useful in writing a clear, coherent, logical texts. It will also cover the basic
Course Description: research writing skills such as evaluating and referring to relevant literatures, note taking, summarizing, writing data commentary, research ethics, and APA/IEEE
style citation.
Prerequisite: None Co-requisite: None
Lecture Contact/Hours per
Course Credits: 3 3 hours Laboratory Contact/Hours per Week: N/A
Week:
Total Contact Hours (for 18 weeks): 54 hours
 Document Code: CAS-F-CS
Document Title: Course Syllabus in AW 100 Academic Writing
MANUEL S. ENVERGA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION Page No.: Page 3 of 12
An Autonomous University Revision No.: 6
Lucena City Effectivity Date: 17 August 2020
Prepared by:
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Jahzeel L. Sarmiento, MAEd
Professor
Reviewed by:
QUALITY FORM Remedios S. Salazar, MAEd
Department Chair
Approved by:
Claudia Odette J. Ayala, PhD
Dean

Student Outcomes and Relationship to Program Educational Objectives:

Program Educational
Student Outcomes Objectives
1 2 3 4
a. Critical, analytical, and creative thinking    
b. Application of different analytical modes (quantitative and qualitative, artistic and scientific, textual and visual, experimental, observation, etc.) in tackling problems    
methodically
c. Ability to contribute personally and meaningfully to the country’s development    
d. Application of computing and information technology to assist and facilitate research    
e. Problem solving (including real-world problems)    

Course Outcomes and Relationship to Student Outcomes:

Course Outcomes
a b c d e
After completing the course, the student must have the ability to:
1. demonstrate skills in academic writing which involves not only the accurate use of language but also the principles of effective paragraph structure; I I I I I
2. evaluate fairly difficult texts ranging from narratives to essays with an understanding of structure and mechanics; R R R R R
3. use effective writing techniques in his or her own work and in peer writing; and R R R R R
4. employ correct APA/IEEE citation style, including parenthetical, in-text citation and works-cited pages. D D D D D
Level: I – Introduced R – Reinforced D – Demonstrated
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Document Title: Course Syllabus in AW 100 Academic Writing
MANUEL S. ENVERGA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION Page No.: Page 4 of 12
An Autonomous University Revision No.: 6
Lucena City Effectivity Date: 17 August 2020
Prepared by:
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Jahzeel L. Sarmiento, MAEd
Professor
Reviewed by:
QUALITY FORM Remedios S. Salazar, MAEd
Department Chair
Approved by:
Claudia Odette J. Ayala, PhD
Dean

COURSE LEARNING PLAN

LEARNING EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS METHODS/ ASSESSMENT INDICATIVE

TOPICS MODALITY
OUTCOMES AND REFERENCES STRATEGIES TASKS HOURS
LO: Enhanced awareness Discussion of VMG and PEO Desktop/Laptop computer Synchronous Interactive discussion Q and A 3 hours
about the VMG and PEO PowerPoint presentation (via Zoom or Google Meet)
as well as course Presentation of the Syllabus and
requirements Course Requirements
LO 1.1: Enhanced skills Considerations in Academic Writing Desktop/Laptop computer Synchronous Interactive discussion (via Written exercises 3 hours
in writing texts using Audience PowerPoint presentation Zoom or Google Meet)
appropriate structures Purpose and Strategy Portfolio evaluation
Organization Swales, J. M., & Feak, C. B. Portfolio project
LO 1.2: Improved ability Style (2012). Academic writing for Preliminary
in writing general-specific graduate students. Essential Writing exercises Examination
texts Principles and Elements of Effective tasks and skills (3rd ed.).
Writing USA: The University of Synchronous 3 hours
Michigan Press.
General-specific Texts
Sentence definitions Online/Printed modules Asynchronous 6 hours
Extended definitions
Generalization E-journals
Contrastive definitions
Comparative definitions NEO LMS/Google Meet/Zoom
CO1: Ability to demonstrate skills in academic writing which involves not only the accurate use of
language but also the principles of effective paragraph structure
Course Assessment: Preliminary Examination
CO2: Ability to evaluate fairly difficult texts ranging from narratives to essays with an understanding of
Assessment Tools: Rubrics, Answer Key for Written/Online Examination
structure and mechanics
CO3: Ability to use effective writing techniques in his or her own work and in peer writing
LO 2.1: Enhanced skills Problem-solution Texts Desktop/Laptop computer Asynchronous Interactive discussion (via Written exercises 4 hours
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Document Title: Course Syllabus in AW 100 Academic Writing
MANUEL S. ENVERGA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION Page No.: Page 5 of 12
An Autonomous University Revision No.: 6
Lucena City Effectivity Date: 17 August 2020
Prepared by:
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Jahzeel L. Sarmiento, MAEd
Professor
Reviewed by:
QUALITY FORM Remedios S. Salazar, MAEd
Department Chair
Approved by:
Claudia Odette J. Ayala, PhD
Dean

in writing texts using Procedures and processes PowerPoint presentation Zoom or Google Meet)
appropriate structures Zoom/Google Meet Portfolio evaluation
Summarizing and Paraphrasing NEO LMS Asynchronous Portfolio project 4 hours
LO 2.2: Improved ability Purpose and content of summary Midterm examination
in writing a summary and Stages of summarizing Effective Swales, J. M., & Feak, C. B. Writing exercises
paraphrase paraphrasing (2012). Academic writing for
Paraphrasing techniques graduate students. Essential
LO 2.3: Developed ability Use of quotations tasks and skills (3rd ed.).
in using APA/IEEE Organizing the references USA: The University of
documentation style Michigan Press.
References and Quotation: The APA
Style 7th Edition/The IEEE Style Online/Printed Modules Synchronous 4 hours
Purpose of references and citation
Main reference system E-journals

NEO LMS/Google Meet/Zoom

CO1: Ability to demonstrate skills in academic writing which involves not only the accurate use of Course Assessment: Midterm Examination
language but also the principles of effective paragraph structure Assessment Tools: Rubrics, Answer Key for Written/Online Examination
CO2: Ability to evaluate fairly difficult texts ranging from narratives to essays with an understanding of
structure and mechanics
CO3: Ability to use effective writing techniques in his or her own work and in peer writing
CO4: Ability to employ correct APA citation style, including parenthetical, in-text citation and works-
cited pages
LEARNING EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS METHODS/ ASSESSMENT INDICATIVE
TOPICS MODALITY
OUTCOMES AND REFERENCES STRATEGIES TASKS HOURS
LO 3.2: Enhanced ability Visual Information Desktop/Laptop computer Asynchronous Interactive discussion Written exercises 4 hours
in using visual Types of visual presentation PowerPoint presentation (via Zoom or Google Meet)
information Functions and principles of Portfolio evaluation
visuals Swales, J. M., & Feak, C. B. Portfolio project
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Document Title: Course Syllabus in AW 100 Academic Writing
MANUEL S. ENVERGA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION Page No.: Page 6 of 12
An Autonomous University Revision No.: 6
Lucena City Effectivity Date: 17 August 2020
Prepared by:
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Jahzeel L. Sarmiento, MAEd
Professor
Reviewed by:
QUALITY FORM Remedios S. Salazar, MAEd
Department Chair
Approved by:
Claudia Odette J. Ayala, PhD
Dean

LO 3.2: Developed ability Making the right choice (2012). Academic writing for Critique papers
in writing data Creating the best design graduate students. Essential Writing exercises
commentary Describing visuals and labelling tasks and skills (3rd ed.). Concept/Reaction
USA: The University of Research work papers
LO 3.3: Improved ability Writing a Data Commentary Michigan Press.
in writing a summary and Structure and vocabulary Synchronous Semi-final examination 5 hours
critique paper Qualification and strength of Online/Printed Modules
claim
E-journals
Writing Critiques
Critical reading NEO LMS/Google Meet/Zoom Asynchronous 3 hours
Reviews/Critiques
Reaction papers
CO1: Ability to demonstrate skills in academic writing which involves not only the accurate use of Course Assessment: Semi-Final Examination
language but also the principles of effective paragraph structure Assessment Tools: Rubric, Answer Key for Written/Online Examination
CO2: Ability to evaluate fairly difficult texts ranging from narratives to essays with an understanding of
structure and mechanics
CO3: Ability to use effective writing techniques in his or her own work and in peer writing
CO4: Ability to employ correct APA citation style, including parenthetical, in-text citation and works-
cited pages
LEARNING EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS METHODS/ ASSESSMENT INDICATIVE
TOPICS MODALITY
OUTCOMES AND REFERENCES STRATEGIES TASKS HOURS
LO 4.1: Enhanced The Research Template Desktop/Laptop computer Synchronous Writing exercises Written exercises 3 hours
knowledge on the research
template Writing a Journal Manuscript PowerPoint presentation Synchronous Research work Outlining 3 hours

LO 4.2: Enhanced Writing an Abstract Online/Printed modules Asynchronous Critical analysis Critique papers 3 hours
proficiency in writing a
publishable article Research Ethics E-journals As3eeynchronous Final examination 3 hours
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An Autonomous University Revision No.: 6
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Prepared by:
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Jahzeel L. Sarmiento, MAEd
Professor
Reviewed by:
QUALITY FORM Remedios S. Salazar, MAEd
Department Chair
Approved by:
Claudia Odette J. Ayala, PhD
Dean

LO 4.3: Increased NEO LMS/Google Meet/Zoom

awareness on the research
ethics
CO1: Ability to demonstrate skills in academic writing which involves not only the accurate use of Course Assessment: Final Examination
language but also the principles of effective paragraph structure Assessment Tools: Rubric, Answer Key for Written/Online Examination
CO2: Ability to evaluate fairly difficult texts ranging from narratives to essays with an understanding of
structure and mechanics
CO3: Ability to use effective writing techniques in his or her own work and in peer writing
CO4: Ability to employ correct APA citation style, including parenthetical, in-text citation and works-
cited pages
Resit / Re-exam and submission of Asynchronous 3 hours
portfolio

REFERENCES

A. Books
Butin, D.W. (2010). The education dissertation. California: Corwin/Sage.
Celce-Murcia, M. (2006). Teaching English as a second or foreign language (3rd ed.). NY, USA: Heinle & Heinle.
Guiyab-Riviera, G. (2008). Study and communication skills. Quezon City: C&E Publishing.
Hinkel, E. (2004). Teaching academic ESL writing: Practical techniques in vocabulary and grammar. New Jersey: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates.
Howard, R. M. (2010). Writing matters: A handbook for writing and research. New York: McGraw-Hill.
Lunenberg, F. C. (2008). Writing a successful thesis or dissertations: Tips and strategies for students in the social and behavioral sciences. California: Corwin Press.
Miller, A. B. (2009). Finish your dissertation once and for all: How to overcome psychological barriers get results, and more on with your life. Washington, D.C.: American Psychological Association.
Muschla, G. R. (2007). Teach terrific writing. New York: McGraw-Hill.
Rai, A. (2006). Communication skills: Speaking and writing in English. New Delhi: Sterling.
Reynolds, J. (2011). Check point English. London: Hodder Education.
Rothstein, A. (2007). Writing as learning: A content-based approach. California: Corwin Press.
Uy, C. L. (2008). Fundamentals of writing for college. Manila: Mindshapers.
Villanueva, P. M. (2009). Improving your writing skills. Mandaluyong City: Books Atbp.
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Document Title: Course Syllabus in AW 100 Academic Writing
MANUEL S. ENVERGA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION Page No.: Page 8 of 12
An Autonomous University Revision No.: 6
Lucena City Effectivity Date: 17 August 2020
Prepared by:
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Jahzeel L. Sarmiento, MAEd
Professor
Reviewed by:
QUALITY FORM Remedios S. Salazar, MAEd
Department Chair
Approved by:
Claudia Odette J. Ayala, PhD
Dean

White, E.B. & Strunk, W. (2000). Elements of style (5th ed.). NY, USA: Macmillan Publishing.
Wyse, D. (2006). The good writing guide for education students. London: Sage Publications.
B. Electronic Sources
Academic writing. (1995-2011). Retrieved from http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/section/1/2/
Advise on academic writing. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.writing.utoronto.ca/advice
American Psychological Association. (2019). APA style. Retrieved from http://www.apastyle.org/
Chirnside, A. (2009). Academic writing style. Retrieved from http://www2.napier.ac.uk/gus/ writing_presenting/style.html
Textbook:
Swales, J. M., & Feak, C. B. (2012). Academic writing for graduate students. Essential tasks and skills (3rd ed.). USA: The University of Michigan Press.
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Document Title: Course Syllabus in AW 100 Academic Writing
MANUEL S. ENVERGA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION Page No.: Page 9 of 12
An Autonomous University Revision No.: 6
Lucena City Effectivity Date: 17 August 2020
Prepared by:
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Jahzeel L. Sarmiento, MAEd
Professor
Reviewed by:
QUALITY FORM Remedios S. Salazar, MAEd
Department Chair
Approved by:
Claudia Odette J. Ayala, PhD
Dean

COURSE EVALUATION

Student performance will be rated based on the following:

Minimum Average for

Assessment Tasks Weight
Satisfactory Performance
CO1  Written exercises, portfolio evaluation, 40% 30.00%
CO2  Preliminary examination 30% 22.50%
CO3  Midterm examination 30% 22.50%
CO4
100% 75.00%
Previous (Midterm) Grade = 100% x 40%
CO1  Written exercises, portfolio evaluation, critique papers, concept/reaction papers, project papers 40% 30.00%
CO2  Semi-final examination 30% 22.50%
CO3  Final examination 30% 22.50%
CO4
100% 75.00%
Present (Final) Grade = 100% x 60%

The following table will be used in giving the final grades:

Percentage Equivalent 74 and below 75-77 78 - 80 81-83 84-86 87-88 89-91 92-94 95-97 98-100
Final Grade 5.00 3.00 2.75 2.50 2.25 2.00 1.75 1.50 1.25 1.00
 Document Code: CAS-F-CS
Document Title: Course Syllabus in AW 100 Academic Writing
MANUEL S. ENVERGA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION Page No.: Page 10 of 12
An Autonomous University Revision No.: 6
Lucena City Effectivity Date: 17 August 2020
Prepared by:
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Jahzeel L. Sarmiento, MAEd
Professor
Reviewed by:
QUALITY FORM Remedios S. Salazar, MAEd
Department Chair
Approved by:
Claudia Odette J. Ayala, PhD
Dean

Rubrics will be used for other types of assessment such as return demonstration, simulation, etc.

1 2 3 4 5
BEGINNING DEVELOPING APPRAISING PROFICIENCY PROFICIENT ADVANCE
(Minimal and Limited Evidence of (Some evidence of Achievement) (Adequate Evidence of Achievement) (Commendable Achievement) (Exceptional Achievement)
Achievement)
75 - 77 78 - 80 81 - 83 84 - 86 87 - 88 89 - 91 92 - 94 95 - 97 98 – 100

Aside from academic deficiency, other grounds for a failing grade are:
1. Failing academic standing and failure to take the examination/s
2. Grave misconduct other than cheating
3. Excessive absences/Failure to communicate with the instructor/professor

COURSE POLICIES

a. Student Participation/Attendance
Student participation shall be monitored based on the modality used. There will be 24-hours synchronous sessions and 30 hours asynchronous sessions. Schedule of the synchronous sessions may be agreed
upon by the faculty and students, but no synchronous sessions should be scheduled beyond 12:00 midnight.
b. Submission of Assessment Tasks/Outputs
Submission of assessment tasks and other requirements will be based on the agreement made by the students and faculty. Students can submit their requirements online if they have connectivity or offline via
courier if without connectivity.
c. Academic Integrity
Students are expected to observe the MSEUF Policy on Flexible Learning Academic Integrity in the performance of various activities and outputs as gesture of respect to their own work and the work of their
peers. Corresponding sanction/s may be imposed if student is found guilty of violating the policy on academic integrity.
d. Course Decorum
Students are expected to observe proper etiquette and avoid disruptive behaviors during synchronous sessions.
e. Major Examinations
There will be four major examinations – Preliminary, Mid-Term, Semi-final, and Final Examinations – covering the intended COs. The final examination is the summative assessment of the COs and will
have to demonstrate understanding of the course. The examinations may be conducted online or offline (written or practical) based on the student outcomes.
f. Issuance of Mid-Term Grade
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Document Title: Course Syllabus in AW 100 Academic Writing
MANUEL S. ENVERGA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION Page No.: Page 11 of 12
An Autonomous University Revision No.: 6
Lucena City Effectivity Date: 17 August 2020
Prepared by:
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Jahzeel L. Sarmiento, MAEd
Professor
Reviewed by:
QUALITY FORM Remedios S. Salazar, MAEd
Department Chair
Approved by:
Claudia Odette J. Ayala, PhD
Dean

The mid-term grade is issued to students so that formal consultation where students are apprised of their class standing is done to afford them the opportunity to make up and to cope with the rigors of the
course.
g. Course Portfolio
Selected assessment tools are to be compiled and collected before the end of the semester. The selection is based on statistical data gathering (lowest, median, and highest). Learning tasks and examinations
with marks lowest, median and highest must be photocopied and returned to the Instructor/professor for course portfolio keeping.
h. Language of Instruction
Lectures, discussions and documentation will be in English. Written and spoken work may receive a lower mark if the student is deficient in English.
i. Consultation Schedule
For this course, students may consult online with the Instructor/Professor on their agreed time and date. It is recommended that the student set an appointment first to confirm the Instructor/Professor’s
availability.
j. Resit/Re-examination
After the instructor/professor has computed the final grade of the student, and he obtains a failing grade, the student has one chance for a resit/re-examination on the schedule set by the instructor/professor.
Failure to take the resit/re-examination on the announced schedule forfeits the student’s chance.

Course Materials Made Available

Syllabus Laboratory Manual/Sourcebook
Handouts/Lecture Notes/E-files Guidelines, Grading Criteria
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Document Title: Course Syllabus in AW 100 Academic Writing
MANUEL S. ENVERGA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION Page No.: Page 12 of 12
An Autonomous University Revision No.: 6
Lucena City Effectivity Date: 17 August 2020
Prepared by:
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Jahzeel L. Sarmiento, MAEd
Professor
Reviewed by:
QUALITY FORM Remedios S. Salazar, MAEd
Department Chair
Approved by:
Claudia Odette J. Ayala, PhD
Dean

REVISION HISTORY

NO DATE REVISIONS
0 June 4, 2012 Initial Release
1 June 2, 2014 Revised to OBE Format
2 June 8, 2015 Revised the contents based on the 2015 Curriculum Mapping
3 January 5, 2017 Added newly acquired library references
4 August 4, 2018 Revised the mission, vision, PEO, and student outcomes
5 January 11, 2019 Revised the format and included course learning outcomes for each period
6 August 16, 2020 Revised the format for flexible learning