For the most part, activities and assignments have been selected in terms of what research in higher education has shown will help to accomplish the above stated objectives. You will have an opportunity to provide both formal and informal feedback regarding the course and, believe me, your input is important to me. Normally I don't require class attendance. This seminar is different, however. Twenty-five percent of the course grade is based upon attendance.
Attendance is essential for a successful course experience, but unexpected emergencies can occur.
Students are expected to attend all classes. Appropriate collaboration is encouraged, but plagiarism or cheating will not be tolerated and will result in an automatic F for the course. The student is advised to consult the University's Policy on Academic Honesty, which can be found in the Student Handbook. You are encouraged to consult the University's Academic Code of Honesty as soon as possible. All assignments not passed must be repeated until a pass is earned.