Go to Microsoft Word. Right click mouse and choose 2. Go to Edit and Choose 3. Use icons on tool bar 4. I usually give around 10 points for each checkpoint.
Student are responsible for getting information that was missed for absences.
I usually remind them. Normally at the beginning of each class I go over what we have covered so far and what should be in their journal. I remind them that if they are missing anything they need to get with me or copy it from a friend. The kids seem to like this because it gives them a specific place to write down things from class and is a great way to study. I like it because it shows me that they are paying attention and is a great way to get them to be more self-reliant.