Or the argument seems fine, but poor diction, sentence structure, or paragraph organization makes the essay awkward and confusing. 6 Incoherent essay. The writer does not seem to grasp the topic. The writer of the essay has not done the reading or has failed to write anything of acceptable length. This assignment cannot be made up, so any missing essays caused by either excused or unexcused absences will have to figure into the number of scores you may drop.
Grades are due during class time.
I can make copies of the handouts if I receive them from you at least 24 hours before you present. With the exception of the person in charge of the handout, each group member must take an active role during the presentation. There is no way of making up the presentation grade, so please be sure to be there and ready. Students' presence alone will not result in a passing oral participation grade. Students will be asked to produce detailed definitions of terms and concepts discussed or assigned in class.