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GRADES
- Quarter grades will be computed on a total points basis. The total points will be subdivided into approximately 50% tests, 30% quizzes, and 20% homework (POW)
- Semester grades: 40% Q1 Percentage, 40% Q2 Percentage, 20% Sem Exam
- Rounding will be to TWO DECIMAL PLACES (89.99% is a B+, 90.00% is an A-).
HOMEWORK
- Homework will NOT be collected on a regular basis.
- There will also be no 'surprise' checks of homework.
- There will be an occasional homework project which will be collected. Those will be suitably noted on the schedule.
SCHEDULES
- All students are expected to print and follow the schedule as posted on the website.
- Though homework is NOT collected on a daily basis (similar to a collegiate course), it is essential to keep up with the homework to ensure success in the class.
- Students are expected to check the website regularly for updates. Major updates to schedules will be posted on the opening page.
STUDENT FOLDERS
- Each student will have a folder of papers (tests, quizzes, POW's, etc.).
- Folders, along with any papers in the folders, are NOT to be taken out of the classroom. However, you are free to come in and examine the items in your folder at any time.
CHEATING (INCLUDING PROBLEM OF THE WEEK)
- First offense - zero on assignment/assessment
- Second offense - 59% maximum quarter grade
- Third offense – 59% maximum semester grade
CALCULATOR GAMES
- Students playing of games on their calculator will receive a five point deduction per offense on the subsequent grade…maximum 10 point reduction per day.
CLEANUP DAYS
- Students are expected to sit in assigned seats and work with their assigned groups. Students not following this procedure will receive a five point deduction in grade per day.
- Students are expected to spend 50 minutes of cleanup days working on or studying class related topics. Students suspected of working on things other than the class will receive an automatic five point deduction for each offense on the subsequent grade. No warnings will be given.
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