Super-complicated+evaluation+Criteria

There are four vectors of assessment in this course: Attendance, Class-Participation, Online-Participation and Resource Exploitation.

Attendance:

0.0 - Does not attend regularly (tardiness and unexcused absences) 0.5 - Less than one absence per month and always punctual; documentation for any other inconsistencies 1.0 - No unexcused absences or tardiness 1.5 - Makes exceptional effort to attend despite obstacles (inclement weather, personal hardship)

Class-Participation

0.0 - Never Contributes to class discussion and works poorly with peers 0.5 - Participates in a way which is appreciated (respectful and non-disruptive) 1.0 - Participates in a way which is appreciated, and also constructive (critical, reflective, tends to move the discussion forward) 1.5 - Participates in a way that is constructive and appreciated, and also challenges peers to think critically as well. This student also helps and assists peers and is a classroom asset

Online-Participation

0.0 - Never Contributes to class discussion and works poorly with peers 0.5 - Participates in a way which is appreciated (respectful and non-disruptive) 1.0 - Participates in a way which is appreciated, and also constructive (critical, reflective, tends to support and encourage further posting) 1.5 - Participates in a way that is constructive and appreciated, and also challenges peers to think critically as well. This student also helps and assists peers by providing technical assistance, and is an online asset

Resource Exploitation

0.0 - Does not utilize online resources, except where absolutely necessary 0.5 - Demonstrates familiarity with online resources (Delicious, Blogs, Wiki-space) via posting and tracked usage of these resources 1.0 - Demonstrates proficiency with online resources via posting and tracked usage, and ability to support other student's use of these resources 1.5 - Creates productive online resources