Grading Basis (Must read “Grading Criteria” document for more details)
– Attendance and active class participation (20%)
– Virtual Forum post and response (20%)
– Abstract and Annotated Bibliography (20%)
– Presentation (15%)
– Final paper (25%)
Academic Integrity and Commitment
– Be punctual. Observe all deadlines. If you need deadline extensions, let me know at least a week in advance before the deadline, and provide a reasonable explanation.
– This is a tech-friendly class. Feel free to bring laptops or tablets. But please use them only for class-related purposes such as note-taking, in-class activities, or looking up references/info. No phone use in class.
– Attendance is essential. Each absence will be cause for a half-downgrade, unless there’s a valid reason such as conference presentation or health related issues. Three late-shows (of over ten minutes) will count as an absence. Let’s not forget that coming to class late disrupts the flow of the class. Chronic late-shows will be seen as a sign of disrespect for your fellow classmates and a lack of commitment to your academic obligations as a student.
– Respect the Honor Code:
http://www.vanderbilt.edu/student_handbook/the-honor-system#honorcode
– Students with Disabilities: Vanderbilt’s Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, & Disability (EAD) Department handles requests for accommodation of disabilities. If you need course accommodations due to a disability, if you have emergency medical information to share with me, or if you need special arrangements in case the building must be evacuated, please make an appointment with me and/or the EAD (2-4705) as soon as possible.
– If you’re having difficulty navigating through the course or feel the need for help for any other reason, email me or drop by to talk anytime. Don’t ever hesitate to reach out. Also, if you feel like you’re experiencing excessive stress or any other psychological crisis, you can get help at the Psychological & Counseling Center (https://medschool.vanderbilt.edu/pcc/).