Homework assignments are due at the beginning of class. Students who know they will be absent are expected to turn in their assignments beforehand either in person or via email. Due dates for portfolio assignments will be set in class. All major writing assignments must be completed for a student to receive credit for this class. Attendance is crucial for a student's success in this class.
Any absence detracts from a student's participation grade.
Students should make every effort to arrive on time and stay for the entire class. Any in-class writings or quizzes cannot be made up, regardless of the reason for the absence. A student who misses nine or more class meetings will fail this class. Texts receiving an A do an excellent job of answering the assignment. They show excellent control of technical writing as presented in class, particularly in choosing and shaping material for intended audiences and purposes.