Research assignments are meant to provide you with the knowledge of the tools and resources necessary for finding information and evaluating its worth. Reading responses are due with every outside essay. Bring your disks to class every day. If you miss a workshop, you get a double zero for participation that day . Your 3-5 page reflective letter due with your final portfolio is included in class participation.
Attendance is part of class participation.
Missing four or more classes will begin to affect your final grade. Students cannot get an A for class participation if they have missed five classes. There are no excused absences. If you are part of a sports team, work several jobs, have family issues, or generally have difficulty making it to class, you should consider dropping if you feel you are going to have difficulty meeting the attendance requirement. No second chances.