Assignments
The assignments for this course are listed below. While each assignment is assigned a point value, the assignment grade itself is weighted toward your course grade. Instructions and grading rubrics for each assignment are available in the content area of D2L. Quizzes and exams are given online and available in the quizzes section of D2L.
- Report (30% of the final grade)
- Writing for the Web (team project; 20% of the final grade)
- Employment Portfolio (20% toward the final grade)
- Linkedin Summary (15% toward the final grade)
- Exams (2 exams - mid-term and final, 15 % toward the final grade)
Grading
You earn a numeric value on each assignment, which is then converted to a percentage and entered in the grade book. The scale for assigning letter grades is based on the following percentages: 93-100 A; 90-92 A-; 87-89 B+; 83-86 B; 80-82 B-; 77-79 C+; 73-76 C; 70-72 C-; 67 -69 D+; 63-66 D; 60-62 D-; 0-59 F
What do these letters mean? Think of the classroom as your workplace. Your textbook authors Oliu, Brusaw, and Alred provide these interpretations:
Grade = A: Your manager would be very impressed and would remember your work when a promotion is considered. You communicate clearly and concisely, and there are almost no errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, or mechanics. You also establish a great relationship with your audience. Excellent work!
Grade = B: Your manager would be satisfied with the job but not overly impressed. Your relationship with your audience is warm but not outstanding. There are only a few errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and mechanics that, while not too distracting, are obvious.
Grade = C: Your manager would be disappointed and ask you to rewrite or revise sections before allowing those outside the department to see the work. This is average work. Errors detract from the overall message; you may be too wordy.
Grade = D: Your manager would be troubled by the poor quality of the work. The message is unclear and disorganized. Poor grammar, mechanics, spelling, and punctuation also hamper the effectiveness of the message.
Grade = F: Your manager would start looking for someone to replace you. You either fail to accomplish your objectives or fail to meet the requirements of the assignment; the quality of your work is so poor that it conveys a negative image of your company or audience. The message also has serious organizational and mechanical problems. Coursework Assessment Your grade is based on your performance on daily in-class and out-of-class assignments and quizzes and exams.
What do these letters mean? Think of the classroom as your workplace. Your textbook authors Oliu, Brusaw, and Alred provide these interpretations:
Grade = A: Your manager would be very impressed and would remember your work when a promotion is considered. You communicate clearly and concisely, and there are almost no errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, or mechanics. You also establish a great relationship with your audience. Excellent work!
Grade = B: Your manager would be satisfied with the job but not overly impressed. Your relationship with your audience is warm but not outstanding. There are only a few errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and mechanics that, while not too distracting, are obvious.
Grade = C: Your manager would be disappointed and ask you to rewrite or revise sections before allowing those outside the department to see the work. This is average work. Errors detract from the overall message; you may be too wordy.
Grade = D: Your manager would be troubled by the poor quality of the work. The message is unclear and disorganized. Poor grammar, mechanics, spelling, and punctuation also hamper the effectiveness of the message.
Grade = F: Your manager would start looking for someone to replace you. You either fail to accomplish your objectives or fail to meet the requirements of the assignment; the quality of your work is so poor that it conveys a negative image of your company or audience. The message also has serious organizational and mechanical problems. Coursework Assessment Your grade is based on your performance on daily in-class and out-of-class assignments and quizzes and exams.
Late Work
Assignments are due at whatever point I call for them in class. If you turn in an assignment after I have called for it (even during the same class period), it will be considered late.
The first late assignment receives a 10% penalty. The second assignment receives a 20% penalty. Any further late assignments receive no points. Late assignments must be submitted within one week of the original deadline.
Group Work: All group assignments/projects receive group grades. However, individual group members' grades may be adjusted based on peer evaluations of a group member's contribution to a group assignment or project.
Unless you have a documented medical excuse or are absent for a university-sanctioned event, you may not make up any missed quizzes or in-class assignments.
Your grades are always available to you in D2L.The last day to inquire about your grades in the course is the last day of class at 4 p.m. After that time, all grades stand as posted. This is not an opportunity to negotiate late work or grade changes. This is just your final opportunity to check that the record of your scores is accurate.
The first late assignment receives a 10% penalty. The second assignment receives a 20% penalty. Any further late assignments receive no points. Late assignments must be submitted within one week of the original deadline.
Group Work: All group assignments/projects receive group grades. However, individual group members' grades may be adjusted based on peer evaluations of a group member's contribution to a group assignment or project.
Unless you have a documented medical excuse or are absent for a university-sanctioned event, you may not make up any missed quizzes or in-class assignments.
Your grades are always available to you in D2L.The last day to inquire about your grades in the course is the last day of class at 4 p.m. After that time, all grades stand as posted. This is not an opportunity to negotiate late work or grade changes. This is just your final opportunity to check that the record of your scores is accurate.