Learning at UMSL
GRADING SCALE: 90 and above A 89 - 80 B 79 - 70 C 69 - 60 D 59 and below F
Class work, grading policies, and other grade issues:
This section outlines how you will be assessed in the course, the grading scale, and how individual assignments and exams are weighted. You can see that this particular course includes attendance points, online surveys, classroom activities, and writing reflections.
EMAIL PROTOCOL:
Emails should be sent through the My Gateway course site using the Email Tool. If you send emails through different means, then please include the course number (1003) and your course section (for example, 001 or 010) in the subject line of any emails you send us. You must include course and section information in the subject line in order to receive a timely response.
ACCESS AND DISABILITY:
Reasonable accommodations are available for students who require auxiliary aids and other services that may be necessary for those with disabling conditions. Please notify the instructor(s) during the first week of class if any accommodations will be needed for this course. All accommodations must be approved through the director of Disability Access Services in the Millennium Student Center Building, Room 144.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY:
Academic Dishonesty is defined by Collected Rule 200.010 STANDARD OF CONDUCT. The Board of Curators recognizes that academic honesty is essential for the intellectual life of the University. Faculty members have a special obligation to expect high standards of academic honesty in all student work. Students have a special obligation to adhere to such standards. In all cases of academic dishonesty, the instructor shall make an academic judgment about the student’s grade on that work and in that course. The instructor shall report the alleged academic dishonesty to the Primary Administrative Officer.
CIVILITY STATEMENT:
Turn off all cell phone ringtones and other electronic devices during class. Tardiness to class is disruptive to the instructor(s) and to fellow students and will negatively impact your grade. Part of the undergraduate experience may entail exposure to differing opinions and beliefs than those of your own. Be respectful of others’ unique backgrounds and life experiences. Personal attacks are strictly prohibited.
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