English 2100 ~ Literature and Humanities Ms. Susan Thompson ...

Grading
Reading Response Journals Points 200
Each week (Wednesday for main campus class/Saturday for LC class), submit your reading journal at the
beginning of class. Journal your reactions to the week’s reading but do not summarize the story. By the end
of the term, you should have submitted 10 journal entries that are one to two double-spaced typewritten
pages. Each week’s journal will be graded for content, compositional correctness, and adherence to
instructions. No late journals will be accepted.
Essays Points 200
Two formal essay assignments; one with a research component.
Presentation Points 200
A collaborative presentation.
Participation Points 200
My assessment of your participation that includes assignment timeliness, punctuality,
participation in class discussions and attendance.
Final Grades are based on this scale:
A 90-100 B 80-89 C 70-79 D 60-69 F ≤59
Communication
Email is our primary means of communication. Please provide me with your preferred email address and
check your email for assignment updates, class news, and important announcements.
Deadlines
You are responsible for turning in your work on time. With the exception of certain emergencies, I
cannot accept late assignments. If you experience an emergency, please contact me as soon as
possible.
Attendance and Participation
Your success in this class depends on your attendance and participation. If you suffer excessive absences*,
you will be asked to schedule a conference with me to avoid being dropped. If you do not respond to
emails or requests to confer regarding absences, you will be dropped for non-attendance with a WF. If you
have an unusual situation or emergency, email me as soon as possible. We will communicate via email,
telephone, or in person. I will be glad to meet with you to work through your individual circumstances;
however, it is your responsibility to communicate with me in a timely manner.
Attendance Specifics for CRN 81428 ~ I allow 4 absences without any excuse. After 4 absences*, I will ask you
to conference with me regarding attendance. Additional absences will affect your final grade.
Conduct
I encourage hearty discussions and debates and welcome your opinions. We do not all have to agree, just
please remember that appropriate conduct is expected of everyone in this class. Ours should be a venue for
self-expression and honesty, both of which may be communicated respectfully.
Electronics
Please turn off all mobile communications devices when you enter the room. EBooks are welcome;
however, texting, email, social media, web surfing, photography, or filming of any kind is forbidden in this
classroom unless it is a pre-approved component of a class project. If you have a situation that you feel
warrants special permission, you may discuss it with me prior to the beginning of class.