I expect students to try, to stay with us and to think. To signal you’re trying, that typically looks like coming to the majority of classes (85%+) and having read the assigned texts, prepared to discuss and/or with questions. You do not need to email me if you miss a class; however, feel free to reach out to if you expect to miss several classes and need accommodations due to a life circumstance/challenge.

Students will either receive full credit (10/10) for being present and very engaged during most weeks, most credit (8.5/10) for being present and engaged during a significant number of week, some credit (5/10) for a significant number of absences or really limited class time engagement, or no credit (0/10). In previous courses, more than 80% of the class receives full credit.