Grading System
Collect points, earn A+
In "traditional" courses, scores are averaged for a final grade. Prof. S thinks this is a clunky way to track progress.
In this course, we will not average scores. Earn points by completing tasks. Your points rise as you complete tasks, until you have enough for A+.
Tasks are listed in the "Quickstart Guide." (not available yet...I will post this in a few days) You don't need to do everything; choose what works for your schedule and preferences. Some tasks require low effort and and are completed weekly; some require high effort and are completed over longer spans of time.
Mandatory tasks are the ACTION PLAN and CHECKPOINTS (one at the end of each unit).
Refer to the chart below to convert points into a letter for your final grade.
Start with 0 ----- Earn 100 points for A+ ----- YOU chose how to earn points
How does Grading work?
On Blackboard, click My Grades on the left sidebar
Look at the TOP NUMBER ONLY of the "Total" column.
Ignore the bottom number - it does not mean anything.
Top number = Total points you've earned.
Use the "Grade Conversion Chart" to convert your points to a letter grade.
Earn 100 points for an A+
Click "Recommended Task Paths" on the "Quickstart Guide" (top right of this page) for examples of paths to an A+
You will NOT pass the course unless you complete all four checkpoints; failure to complete checkpoints will result in course failure.
Checkpoints are worth 0 points, but you'll earn a +2 bonus for each one completed on time, and another +2 if you complete all four on time.