Shorter writing assignments may be typed or hand written. They must always be neat and legible. Remember, if I can't read your work, I can't grade it. I also expect my students to participate in class regularly. Since the class is designed for active learning, students must take an active role to receive full benefit of the course.
Participation means more than attendance.
It also means taking an active role in class discussions and group work, asking questions in confusing situations, pointing out issues of interest, making connections betweeen one idea and another, and making a sincere effort to improve your writing skills. Grades are calculated the same way a grade point average is calculated. According to departmental policy, students with a C or better average who pass the CPE receive the grades A, B, or C on their grade reports, depending on their class averages. Students not passing the CPE will receive the grade of F, regardless of class average. Students who do not qualify to take the CPE will receive the grade of F on their final grade reports.