Grading standards
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Grading standards
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Sometimes students have unrealistic expectations about how their work is evaluated. One helpful concept is to think that one's basic effort earns a C and that extra effort is required to add on the extra points that would raise your grade (instead of thinking that somehow one "starts' with an A and then wonder why you have "points off?")
C- (70-72) and D (60-69) are minimally passing; less than satisfactory understanding and presentation of factual and conceptual material and poorly written and organized papers. Please consult with me ASAP if you do not understand what is required. Causes include frequent absence from class; sitting in the back rows; not keeping up with assignments; not reading assignments carefully and critically; not following directions; not taking initiative.
C (72-76 is a C; 77-79 is a C+) is adequate: the average expected performance of COLLEGE students: e.g., you demonstrate a basic grasp of factual and conceptual material and competent written presentation (e.g. grammar and spelling are correct). Assignments prepared outside of class are word-processed (showing evidence of revision through several drafts), proofread, and corrected.
B work (80-82 is a B-; 83-86 is a B; 87-89 is a B+) is substantially better : above average mastery of the material (details are correct, analysis is appropriate); clear and well-produced written and oral presentation on all assignments; helpful class participation.A work (90-92 is an A-; 93-97 is an A; 98-100 is A+) is truly remarkable : awarded for superior understanding of all concepts and factual material; for excellent presentation in written work; for imaginative work that goes beyond the assignment and regular class participation. It requires demonstrated commitment and personal initiative and is never earned by going through the motions.
Further expectations:
· To receive a grade, all assignments must complete by the due date (or a later date IF you demonstrate progress on the assignment and obtain an excuse in advance of the due date).
· If you do not submit an assignment (or do not obtain an excuse IN ADVANCE of the due date) you receive a zero. E-mailed assignments are unacceptable.
· Any excused work submitted late will be graded down. If you are experiencing difficulty completing an assignment on time, don't wait! Please consult with me immediately.
· No work is accepted after the last day of class. Exam week is TOO LATE.
· To receive a grade, all assignments must complete. Final grades will NOT be calculated from a fraction of required work completed.
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Chart to monitor your performance
Requirement
Particular criteria sought
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my grade | Percentage
of final grade |
maximum point
value |
My points |
Quiz
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10% |
10 |
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| Midterm Tests the ability to (1) provide accurate information and appropriate context and to draw conclusions by synthesizing material from class discussion and reading and (2) to analyze the formal qualities of works of art and connect them to historical context and (3) to present all this effectively in written form. |
20% |
20 |
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Exhibition Review
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15% |
15 |
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On time, following directions, informed by Library research and appropriately authoritative sources, proper form, well written, and demonstrating insight and effort. |
20% |
20 |
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| Class participation |
10% |
10 |
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| Final exam Tests the ability (1) to provide accurate information and appropriate context and to draw conclusions by synthesizing material from class discussion and reading, (2) to analyze the formal qualities of works of art and connect them to historical context, and (3) to see patterns in and draw general conclusions about materials covered during the entire semester. |
25% |
25 |
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total |
100% |
100 |
my numerical total
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