Aaron Singer

March-July, 2014

English Communication Class Guide and Grading Criteria

Your grade for the term will break down as follows:

            Historical Research Project                30%

            Narrative Film Project                        25%

            Quizzes/Tests                                       20%

            Participation                                       15%

            Homework                                           10%

            Extra Credit                                           5%

In cases of academic dishonesty or disrespect (cheating, plagiarizing, excessive lateness, etc), the teacher reserves the right to adjust grades appropriately without warning.

Quizzes/Tests

Students will periodically be given short quizzes, with or without prior notice. These tests will cover class material or vocabulary words. Quizzes and tests will not be open book unless stated.

Homework

Students can expect to be given homework on a nightly basis. Grades are given on a pass/fail basis. On occasion, a number grade may be assigned to a specific assignment.

Occasionally, I will ask you to go to a blog website for homework assignments. The site will have links to video, audio files or other items. The URL is: mrsingersenglishclass.blogspot.com

Participation

ALL students are expected to participate and answer questions when called on. English is the only language to be used in class.