Grading Rules:
- Recitation Quizzes will be graded out of 16 points. SHOW YOUR WORK, partial credit might be given.
NOTE: Correct answers that show no relevant work will be given zero credit!
- Online Homework are automatically graded one point per question.
- Exams:
There are two exams each one with about 20 multiple choice questions. There is no partial credit for exams.
| Required Assignments |
Percentage |
| Exam 1 |
30 |
| Exam 2 |
30 |
| Recitation Quizzes |
16 |
| Online Homework |
12 |
| iClicker Questions |
12 |
Letter Grade Range
Your final course grade will be based on a ranking system, based on your performance on the different activities in this class. Students will be periodically updated regarding their letter grade standing throughout the semester, and in particular after the common hour exams. Your final standing in the class at the end of the semester will determine your grade.
The grade distribution for this class will be as follows:
- The top 20% of the class will receive an A
- The next 10% of the class will receive a B+
- The next 20% of the class will receive a B
- The next 10% of the class will receive a C+
- Any student averaging a total grade of 62% in the class will receive a C. This is approximately the next 25% of the class.
- Any student averaging a total grade of 55% in the class will receive a D. This is usually less than 5% of the class.
- Finally, any student averaging a total grade that is less than 55% in the class will receive an F. This is usually less than 10% of the class.