Discussion will count for ten percent of each student's final grade. The grade will be based upon contributions in class and contributions to the Blackboard web site. Good questions are also acceptable entries. You are required to have three comments accepted in the discussion. Further comments will add to your grade and can compensate for a lack of class discussion.
Attendance is important.
Because this class meets once a week, attendance will be taken in each half. Example, if a student missed 5 halves, one point would be deducted. Any student who has a disability, either permanent or temporary, which might affect his or her ability to perform in this class is encouraged to inform the instructor at the beginning of the semester. Changes to methods, materials, or testing may be made as required to provide for equitable participation. The instructor may make changes in this syllabus at any time.