GRADES and GRADING Total of 500 points achievable

              10 Assignments at 25 points each = 250 points

 	       3 Discussions plus and 1 Chat at 10 points each =40 points

               2 Tests at 25 points each --50 points
		    (Take the scores for Test 1 100/4, Test 2 x times 100/175 divide by 4)

               Research paper--100 points

               Presentation = 50 points

 	       1 extra credit  = 10 points
                    (reflected by the use of the following: Communication/emails;
                     Use of the Library catalog (OPAC) and databases; 
                     Correct Citations (MLA) and annotations; Surveys taken)  

Total:         500 points/5

Grades: A=90-100%, B=80-89%, C=70-79%, D=60-69% points