Class participation may also work as a negative as well, in that an individual who is late and disrupts class is detrimental to those who are attempting to learn, and thus habitual lateness will be a negative factor figured into the grading process. Overall, the best way to insure that class participation works in your favor is to come to class regularly, read the assignments, be here on time, and participate in group discussions. Daily writing assignments also fall under this rubric. If possible, let me know in advance that you are unable to attend class, and if not, by all means come to see me when you return. Plagiarism is cheating, and I consider it the most egregious offense that a student can commit.
Plagiarism is the undocumented use of another's ideas or words.
This includes not only published works, such as books, newspapers, or magazines, but also other students' papers, or papers written for you by someone else. This transgression WILL result in an automatic grade of F for the course, as well as possible expulsion from school. These things will not be tolerated in your place of employment, nor will they be tolerated in my class. Sep 20 Ch. Week 7 Mon Oct 9 Ch.