A letter grade equates to a numerical score, which is then multiplied by the percentage of the assignment. I am always available to discuss your grade on any assignment should you have any disputes or concerns regarding my evaluation of your work. The class grade has three components. The first is attendance. It is assumed that every student attends every class.
Students are of course responsible for everything that goes on in class.
The second component is a writing score. Four discussion days are built into the class schedule. The scores are totaled and divided by 4 to get an average which is then equated to a letter grade based on the scale above. The final component is oral participation. All general education courses are expected to develop speaking, as well as writing, skills.