Reading Journal Guidelines
 

Download the blank form (A Microsoft Word document) located at 491_Reading_Journal.doc
You will prepare a separate entry for each reading assignment (or, in the case of larger works, for sections of each reading assignment). 
   1. Be sure to replace the italicized text with the appropriate information.
    2. Do not change the font (Times New Roman, 12) or the size of the boxes.
    3. Be sure that the entry prints onto one page.

Your reading journal should serve three purposes:
   1. It should help you read more carefully.
    2. It should help you come to class prepared to take an active role in our discussions.
    3. It should help you convince me that you’ve done a careful job of reading.  (This shouldn't be your primary concern, but you should keep it in mind while preparing your entries).

To that end, please take careful note of the following guidelines:
   1. You are to prepare these journals alone. You may not collaborate with your classmates when preparing your journal.
    2. You are to write them exclusively in your voice. You may not quote from the book that you are reading. You may not use outside resources (book reviews, published summaries, web sites, etc.). 
    3. For full credit, they need to be typed, on time, complete, and thoughtful.

You may review the University Policy Statement on Academic Dishonesty here: 
        http://www.fullerton.edu/senate/PDF/300/UPS300-021.pdf
You may review the CSUF Dean of Students Office's "Guide to Avoiding Plagiarism" here:
        http://www.fullerton.edu/deanofstudents/Judicial/Plagiarism.htm