So...how will you be evaluated in PHIL101 Fall 2022

Good question!  Here is the answer and in a good bit of detail.  First though, you should know that although all of this looks very imposing and somewhat daunting this course should actually turn out to be quite a bit of fun, if you are interested in thinking about things in new ways. 

• 1. Completing the TEN STEPS: 4%

• 2. Class Participation & Class Discussion: 36%

• 3. Written Assignments (12 Papers):  60%

Below you will learn how the grades will be determined and how you can earn the highest possible grade or number of points for each assignment and activity in the course.

FINAL GRADE   THIS IS DETERMINED BY THE TOTAL POINTS A STUDENT EARNS BY THE END OF THE SEMESTER.

How to earn points- Maximum Values

T= Completing the TEN STEPS                                                 TOTAL = 4

P=Attending class   1 points each class meeting                      TOTAL = 12

S=speaking in class  1 point each class                                    TOTAL = 12

Q= Asking a question during class  1 point each class          TOTAL =12

A= Assignment  5 points each                                                  TOTAL = 60

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MAXIMUM TOTAL FOR THE ENTIRE COURSE        =   100

Grading Scale for the Final Grade: Here are the cutoffs for course grades:

Total points	Letter Grade  QCC
95-100	A
90 – 94	A  -
87 – 89	B+
83 – 88	B
80 – 82	B-
77 – 79	C+
73 – 76	C
70 – 72	C-
67 – 69	D+
63 –66	D
60 – 62	D-
LESS THAN 60	F

 The college has an academic integrity policy and program.  You may be severely penalized for violations of academic integrity.  Learn about it and observe the principles.  Among other things you must avoid plagiarism.

In this course, the penalty for violations of academic integrity is as follows:
1. First offense - the student receives the grade of "0" for the assignment and the possibility of more severe action at the discretion of the instructor.
2. Second offense - the student receives an "F" in the course and a Violation of Academic Integrity Report is filed with the Dean of Students.

CHECK  ON YOUR GRADE:

You can check on your grades under Grades on the website.

Then click on the link for your semester and class section (time)

Hints on how to achieve a high grade:

1.  Do the reading.

2. Attend class prepared with some idea of the topics of the module

3. Participate in class discussions in some manner; ask or answer questions.

4. Make sure your written assignments reveal your knowledge of the textbook, participation in the discussions, and understanding of the issues. Use reasoning and evidence to support your positions.  Answer all parts of the assignment..