For Online class work, students will be required to submit two responses for every online discussion question/assignment that I post--one post that addresses the discussion prompt, and at least one post that address responses by classmates. Your responses must be more than 2-3 sentences to get full credit. Minimum of 100 words per response. Missing an online discussion is the same as missing f2f classes. Therefore, if you miss and online discussion, in addition to missing discussion points, you will also be counted as an absent for the course.

Attendance Requirements (face-2-face courses only)

Attendance is required and necessary since this is a participation-oriented class. More than six absences (MWF; four, TR) are grounds for failure. There will be times in the semester when you really need the days off, so don't miss class without good reason.

If you know you are going to miss a class, let me know. You are responsible for finding out what you missed and what assignments are due for the next class. If you miss a class, FIRST, ask you classmates, then feel free to ask me. Missed assignments will not be excused because of absences. Athletes: any special arrangements for athletes must be made with the professor at least two weeks prior to the event.

Do not come late to class. If you arrive more than 10 minutes late, for any reason, you will be marked as absent. Likewise for leaving class early. Also, three times tardy equals an absence. Late attendance and absences will affect your participation grade. If you miss more than four (two, TR) classes, you will not receive an "A" for your participation grade.

Drafts, Revisions and Final Papers

All work must be typed or produced on a word processor. Every written assignment should be titled and dated. Follow the manuscript formation instructions in the course textbook. You will lose a substantial portion of your grade for improper format—the same goes for improper grammar, punctuation and spelling. You must submit your final copy to WebCT. Deadlines are taken very seriously (it's the profession). You will receive 0 credit for work turned in after the deadline.

Reading/Writing Center

The Writing Center, located in 109 Gamble, can be looked on as an extension of any writing classroom. I encourage you to take advantage of this free service whenever you are writing a paper or trying to revise one. Drop in or call 344-3142 for an appointment or go to www.write.armstrong.edu/.

Honor Code

All students at Armstrong Atlantic State University must agree to abide by the Honor Code and Code of Conduct. Under all circumstances, students are expected to be honest in their dealings with faculty, administrative staff, and fellow students. Students must submit work that fairly and accurately reflects their level of accomplishment. Any work that is not a product of the student's own effort is considered dishonest. Honor Code violations can lead to failure in a course, student suspension or expulsion from the institution.

Americans with Disability

The Office of Disability Services, as well as Armstrong Atlantic State University as a whole, is committed to assisting each student with reaching his or her maximum potential through the pursuit of educational goals. The primary goal is to assure equal access to all aspects of the college experience for students with disabilities through reasonable accommodation. The Office of Disability Services assists in the coordination of appropriate services, based on the student's individual needs. You may contact the office at 912.927.5269 (voice) or 912.961.3209 (TDD) or via email: castilam@mail.armstrong.edu.

Student Services

Armstrong Atlantic State University affords students a number of support and academic services. Please consult the services offered by Student Affairs.