I take attendance daily.
Since
25% of your grade is based on participation in class activities (in
Spanish),
attendance is vital.
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The class grade is negatively
affected after
two absences in classes which meet 2 days a week and 3 absences in
classes
which meet 3 days a week. In sections with two 2 1/2 hour format,
missing one day is really the equivalent of missing two one-hour
classes
and half of a third class!
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For 2-day a week classes,
after two absences,
your class grade drops 2 points per absence. After 6 absences,
you
can be dropped from the course.
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For 3-day a week classes,
after three absences,
your class grade drops 2 points per absence. After 6 absences,
you
can be dropped from the course.
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Since late arrivals are
disruptive, please make
every effort to arrive a few minutes early:
- Three late arrivals
add up to an absence.
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Participation
refers to your activities when in class. Your participation grade
is based on:
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During class
activities
you are on task, not working on other assignments or interests.
- You are speaking
Spanish (or trying to) as much as possible. I am listening for
how you speak, how you use the material we are working on, and your
pronunciation. I will assist with any question you may have.
Please be aware that consistently speaking in English will not only
negatively affect your grade, but also that of your partner.
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You have
done your homework
and so are prepared to participate in individual, paired and group
exercises
and activities.
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You are
courteous and
encouraging to your fellow students.
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You
volunteer for exercises
and activities.
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