Class attendance is expected and class discussion and questioning is encouraged. In general, the students who receive higher grades are those who attend class consistently, complete all assigned readings, ask questions in class or during office hours, and put significant effort into their writing assignments.
In addition, the opportunity exists for you to earn up to 3 extra credit points that would be added to your final cumulative average.
Exam grades will be determined by taking the average of the two highest grades in the class and multiplying it by 93%, 90%, 87%, 83%, 80%, 77%, 73%, 70%, 67% and 65% to calculate cutoffs for an A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C, C-, D+, and D, respectively.
Cheating on any test, term paper, or other assignment will result in an automatic 0 and will likely result in failing the class; see the university's policy on academic misconduct for more information and motivation to stay "clean". All formal written assignments are subject to investigation using university-licensed software that evaluates plagiarism and web downloads.
University Withdrawal Policy
The withdraw deadline for this course can be found on the Academic Calendar. Please discuss any academic concerns with me prior to withdrawing. Withdrawal after the deadline will not be approved except for:
1. A death in the immediate family.
2. Serious illness of the student or an immediate family member.
3. A situation deemed similar to categories 1 and 2 by all in the approval process.
4. Withdrawal due to Military Service (Florida Statute 1004.07)
5. National Guard Troops Ordered into Active Service (Florida Statute 250.482)
Students who do not officially withdraw will be assigned a standard letter grade. Late withdraws must be approved by the students advisor, instructor of the course, department chairperson, and finally, the University Academic Appeals Committee. Students who withdraw are not enrolled as of the date the withdrawal is processed.
Students with Alternative Needs
If you have a need for any in-class accommodations or special
test-taking arrangements, please get in touch with me at your earliest
convenience.
Class Comportment
It is expected that you respect the instructor and your peers by refraining from talking or texting during class. You may be asked to temporarily relinquish any computer or handheld devices you are using that interfere with class processes. Unless absolutely necessary (e.g., bathroom), you are expected to remain in class for its entirety.
Weather Emergency Information
In the case of severe weather or other emergency, the campus might be closed and classes cancelled. Official closures and delays are announced on the UWF website and broadcast on WUWF-FM (88.1MHz). This is the official information source for the university. Any pertinent information regarding closings, cancellations, and the re-opening of campus will be broadcast. In the event that hurricane preparation procedures are initiated, the UWF Home Web Page and Argus will both provide current information regarding hurricane preparation procedures, the status of classes and the closing of the university.
Emergency plans for the University of West Florida are available at: http://uwfemergency.org/