You will be considered late at the time I begin calling roll. Contribute to all class discussions. Read and be able to discuss assigned material from text. Any student whose disabilities fall within the ADA must inform the instructor at the beginning of the term of any special needs or equipment necessary to accomplish the requirements for this course. Various accommodations are available through the Adaptive Needs Program.
Some students read the material more than one time, depending upon their dedication to excellence.
Much of graduate education is a self-teaching exercise. This course expects students at such motivational levels. Without so doing, you leave unlearned much of the important content of the course that will not be covered in lecture and yet will certainly appear on the mid-term and final exams. Be sure to do your reading in a regular and disciplined manner.