English 50: Grading
Grading Scale I follow the college-wide grading scale. Pluses or minuses are not given on final course grades, though I will use them in evaluating your assignments for this course. A passing grade is a C or better. For your information, I have attached my grading scale at the bottom of this syllabus.
A 90 -100% B 80 - 89% C 70 - 79% D 60 - 69% F 0 - 59%
Grade Distribution
3 Formal Essays (E1, E2, E3): 45% (15% each)
Homework: 20%
Reaction Papers: 15%
Quizzes: 10%
In-class Journal and
Lab Assignments: 10%
A 90 -100% B 80 - 89% C 70 - 79% D 60 - 69% F 0 - 59%
Grade Distribution
3 Formal Essays (E1, E2, E3): 45% (15% each)
Homework: 20%
Reaction Papers: 15%
Quizzes: 10%
In-class Journal and
Lab Assignments: 10%