I will not count 3-6 quizzes, which should cover excused or necessary absences. Since the quiz is part of the class, you will not be allowed to take the quiz and then leave class. Students are also responsible for any assignments, including homework, given during a missed class. Unless arrangements are made ahead of time, homework must be handed in on time. There will be no make-up tests unless arrangements are made prior to the scheduled test.
Papers are due at the assigned date and time.
Late papers will receive a one-half grade reduction per day. Plagiarism will result in an automatic F for the course. My assumption is that you have an A when the course begins and that you can only lose the A by not completing work or by doing shoddy work. If you do all I ask, and do it carefully and diligently, I guarantee you will pass the course, and you may very well keep the A you begin with. My office is 119A Capers.