Course Requirements:

 
  1. Attendance is crucial. Class discussions will be an important part of the learning of the course. Therefore, every unexcused absence over one will result in lowering your grade for the course by a letter. If you miss class, bring a doctor's note or some evdence of why you were absent. Even documented absences will be penalized. Any student who misses two classes must make an appointment to see me, and students who miss more than two classes will receive a FAILING grade for the course,
  2. Arriving late and leaving early is rude and disruptive. Every three occurrences will count as one absence.
  3. Class participation and discussion are essential. Your ideas are important to the collective learning of the class.
  4. Participation will occur in class and electronically through the use of WebCT. Students will assigned to discussion groups and expected to discuss class material electronically both through chats and electronic postings.
  5. You must complete assignments to receive a passing grade for the course.
  6. If you have a documented disability and need a special accommodation, please make an appointment to see me.
 
 

Grading:

  30% Final paper/Research Project
  20% Midterm Exam or Project
  20% Quizzes on Reading and Vocabulary
  20% Portfolios: Discussion Questions/Writing/WebCT
  10% Presentations/Group Work/Participation
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  100% Total Points