LESSON 0 OUTLINE

Course Assignments

Your grade in this course will be based on four main components:

1. Postings to ANGEL discussion forums will each be graded on a scale of 0-3. A score of zero is if you did not log in and participate. A score of 1 is for people that clearly just log in and throw something on the board to try to get credit. A score of 2 is for people that answer the question specifically and do not provide further information or opinions. A score of 3 will be awarded to students that clearly have thought about what is being asked, that include information from the lessons and readings, and voice their point-of-view on the subject. All scores will be tallied and divided by the total highest possible points and recorded as a percentage at the end of the semester. Note that some discussion forums are required and will be graded, while others are optional for you to post general questions or comments. Pay attention to the details in the weekly lessons and under the "Calendar" tab to note which ones are required.
2. Topic-specific assignments that focus on a narrow subject that involve some research and some synthesis of information. Laura, can we prepare a brief rubric for grading these assignments.
3. Thought-provoking assignments that are wider in scope and require more in-depth research and formulation of hypotheses and supporting information. Laura, can we prepare a brief rubric for grading these assignments.
4. A Climate Change Project, a lengthy research activity. Laura, should we also have a rubric for grading this project.

There will be no final examination. The overall percentages of the final course credit allotted to each element are as follows:

In order to succeed in the course requirements, you should carefully review corresponding online materials, ask questions (!), and participate in any discussions that take place in our online discussion forums. Your ACTIVE and REGULAR participation in this course will go a long way toward your success!