The dates and readings to be covered are on the course schedule. Exams cover readings, lecture, website information, and class discussions. An important component of becoming a good communicator involves your critical observations of other communicators. Therefore, attendance in this class is very important. All presenations must be made to pass the course.
All excuses require written verification.
Make-up speeches must be given at the next class meeting following the excused absence. Failure to complete any course assignment will result in an F for the course. If you miss more than two class meetings, your final course grade will be lowered by one full letter grade. A third absence costs an additional letter grade. Tardiness counts as an absence.