A The student is always prepared for class, having done the readings and brought the appropriate materials. The student participates frequently and unselfishly in discussions, both orally and over the computer network, making the kinds of comments or asking the kinds of questions that lead to deeper understanding or that open appropriate new roads for exploration. The A student doesn t overly dominate conversation, however, or steer discussion her way in order to gain attention. The student makes detailed, insightful, clear, and accurate contributions to group activities, both written and oral. The student is a self-starter, able consistently to put unstructured spare time to productive use.
Presentations are well-organized and inventive.
Students who receive A's take risks. They extend themselves. The A student has handed in all work-in time. The student has missed no more than 3 class meetings. B The B student is always prepared for class, having done the readings and brought the appropriate materials.