Attendance and participation Attendance at all class sessions is important. However, I will not systematically check attendance since it is ultimately your responsibility to determine your level of involvement in this course. You are, at all times, responsible for materials covered in class. If, because of illness or other extremely significant reasons, you must miss classes for which an assignment or test is scheduled, you will be required to submit proof of the reason for your absence. For good participation marks, you are expected not only to come to class but to come prepared for the topic at hand.
Shyness is understandable but, unfortunately, no excuse.
Logically, repeated absences will also result in a failing participation mark. Except in cases of extreme hardship, extensions will not be granted for assignments. Late assignments are not acceptable. Between now and the end of January, every student is required to submit a time management schedule for the month of February and discuss it with me during office hours. This is a pre-requisite for passing this course.