When students arrive late, they miss important information and disrupt class for others. Further, announced and unannounced quizzes are given at the very start of class, with no make-ups. If tardiness becomes routine, I will count three tardies as equivalent to one absence. Because of the nature of testing in this class, it is essential that you not miss an exam. Unexcused late exams are typically penalized.
Assignments are to be completed as scheduled.
I am sure most of these explanations are legitimate, and the number of these explanations indicates that work is too often left until the last minute. Last minute efforts are rarely of the best quality, cause delays in grading, prevent timely feedback, and make for a poor impression. Therefore, no cyberexcuses please. College level writing is expected, as is proof-reading. Typing is required for assignments.