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Methods of Evaluation

Distribution of Grades:

Exams
Five exams are distributed evenly throughout the semester. 
The lowest grade of the five will be disregarded from the student's overall grade. 
Each test counts = 20% of final grade
Dates of each are on the course calendar page.
Thus, 4 exams count as 80% of overall final grade.

Analytical Research papers
Two research papers will be required totaling 5% each, equalling a total of 10% overall of final grade. The due dates are noted on the calendar page.
Each worth 5%

 Presentations
Student multimedia presentation cumulate towards 

5%

Student output 5%
Overall student preparation, engaged participation, class investment including....

 Student attendance, their participation, and professionalism
A strong showing in this category can increase your final grade by a half grade, i.e. c+ becomes b-, b becomes b+!   
However, a weak showing in this area can severely reduce your grade. 

Students who miss class, in an extreme case, are responsible for notifying faculty prior to class start time.  

Two excused absences will be acceptable, beyond that, each absence will impact the student's overall final grade by 2%
Students who are absent from a class are expected to be prepared with ALL assignments and readings due at the next class meeting.   

TOTAL = 100%
Standards for evaluation + grading overview 
Grades are based on a number of factors that include class participation, attendance, attitude, effort, project execution, project evolution, and improvement.  

It is important that the student be prepared to initiate a discussion regarding current readings and come to class with thorough notes. 

Intellectual understanding and exploration of the readings and individual drive are significant factors in grading a student’s level of participation.  
Quality participation is characterized by the following:

 • On time attendance at each class meeting. 

 • Active, enthusiastic participation in class discussions and with their outside assignments.

 • Preparation and understanding of assignments in the classroom, with research and presentations. The student continues to ask thoughtful questions

 • Responding to others’ comments in a responsible and constructive manner

 • Contributing regularly and mindfully to others

 • Leadership and active participation independently and in small group activities 

A student’s work performance in class is based on the instructor’s observation and record of the student’s personal performance in the following areas:

 •  Attitude, demeanor – courteous, respectful, teachable, considerate of other students’ needs for concentration.
 •  Attendance, punctuality, and handing in work on time.
 • Participation in class projects, in critiques and discussions, within collaborative projects.

 • Conduct – Helping to create an atmosphere conducive to creativity and keeping the workspace neat.

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