Essay Format
All papers must be TYPED, black ink on white paper, 12 point type, using Times Roman (or similar) font, double-spaced with one-inch margins, and “Title Page.” Multiple pages must be STAPLED at upper left corner. Number pages at bottom. No paper clips or covers. Type question number and the question in bold above each response. All rules relating to “academic honesty” will apply to paper writing.
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3 Point Analytic Essay Rubric
Essays are graded according to a 3-point rubric, which is accessible to all students on the instructor’s web page. Each skill category will be evaluated, checked and graded. Total points will be divided by 3 for essay grade.
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Tests
ALL classes for ALL semesters will have just TWO tests, a midterm and a final, each having 100 questions that will have to be done in 50 minutes. The midterm test will cover the first half of the course, and the final will cover the second half of the course. All test dates are noted in the syllabus. A missed test is a failed test. Make-up tests available by arrangement. Students are expected to adequately prepare for tests by reviewing their class notes and text readings. Extra test time will not be given for students arriving late to class on test days. Every student must have his/her own Scantron (Form 882-E) and #2 pencil for tests. All rules relating to “academic honesty” will apply to test taking.
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