Attending every class, remaining for the full session, and meeting attendance expectations earns 100% of the attendance grade.
To earn the participation grade, students are expected to:
- Meet Deadlines
- Complete and submit all assignments on time.
- Prepare for Class
- Read assigned materials.
- Watch lecture videos before the class.
- Take notes and prepare questions based on video lectures.
- Engage in Activities
- Participate actively in class exercises and discussions.
- Ask questions.
- Have necessary materials, including slides, handouts, and exercises, at the ready.
For students who may feel uncomfortable speaking in class, Moodle discussion forums offer an alternative platform to contribute. As an alternative, students may participate more actively on discussion boards—for example, by posting 2–3 times per unit instead of the standard one post.
Attendance and participation play a significant role in determining your final grade. Active involvement throughout the semester can boost your grade, while consistently not participating or not engaging in course activities will result in a lower participation grade. Being present, prepared, and engaged is key to success in this class.