Grading

Overview: My grading system is point based. This means that there are a certain number of points available for any particular topic. Any Bonus Assignments that a student wishes to complete in order to boost their grade must be on a topic which they are missing points on. For example, a student who receives full points for fractions but is missing four points on greatest common denominator cannot do a Bonus Assignment to boost their grade by completing one for fractions. They //could// boost their grade by doing one on greatest common denominator.

=A. Homework/classwork:= 1. Homework will consist of classwork that is not completed in class. 2. Homework/classwork will be graded on "effort." By demonstrating that the material has been attempted, points will be earned. Points can only be lost as a result of failure to complete the assignment.

B. Tests and Quizzes:
1. Pretest: A pretest will be handed out prior to the test date with problems similar to what will be on the actual test. This will be a classwork/homework assignment to ensure that students are spending time preparing for the upcoming test. 2. Test: Testing will consist of a range of multiple choice and short answer questions. 3. Retest: Students who feel that they can improve upon a previous test score may request a retest. This will not be done during class time and will not contain the same problems as was on the original test. 4. Quizzes : Quizzes will be unannounced and will sometimes be used as Bonus Points. Since quizzes will be unannounced, they cannot have a negative impact on a student's grade. They are incentive to stay caught up with the material we are covering in class.

C. Bonus Point Opportunities:
1. I will be giving Bonus Point Assignments as needed; there is no set amount. 2. Be aware that my Bonus Assignments consist of material comprehension; points cannot be earned for content without demonstrating to me that knowledge has been gained.

D. Make-up Policy:
Please see the Absences section for my make-up policy.