General Information
What is the instructor's name?
Dr. Valerie Wells
Which two letter grades mean you are FAILING the class?
D and F
What is the most important type of assignment for this class?
final exam (30%)
How do you get help if you have computer problem?
IT Help Desk
Which chapters of the textbook do you have to read before Session 1?
1, 2, 3, and 4
Is attendance for trips optional, suggested, or mandatory?
mandatory
What grade will you receive for plagiarized work?
F
For how many days per week does this class meet?
2 days (Mondays and Fridays)
Which letter grade will you receive for satisfactory work?
C
How many midterms are required for this class?
Where do you find academic sources like articles and books for research papers?
Bobst Library
Which chapters of the textbook will be tested on the first midterm?
Chapters 1-10
Who should you NOT speak to if you are going to be absent from class.
Dr. Valerie Wells (the instructor)
What grade will you receive if you turn in work late WITHOUT asking the professor for more time?
0
For how many hours does this class meet each week?
4 hours
Which letter grade will you receive for showing a lot of independent work and thinking?
A
How long is the final exam?
2 hours and 3 minutes
Which edition of the textbook is required for this course?
11th edition
In which session is your essay due?
Session 12
MEDICAL ABSENCE form
Which word means you will be "kicked out" of school?
expulsion
What level of education does the instructor have: Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, or PhD?
Dr = PhD
Which letter grade will you receive for showing good general knowledge?
B
When will you know your topic for the presentation?
November 15th
Where do you go for help with writing?
NYU Writing Center
What is the topic of chapter 23 in the textbook?
Descent with Modification
What excuse can you NOT give for missing a trip?
What are four SPECIFIC disruptive behaviors in class?
1. talking (side conversations)
2. making noises (whistling, drumming, etc)
3. smoking/vaping
4. interrupting (talking over others)
How many credits is this class?
4 hours = 4 credits
What is your letter grade if you earn 65.4% for an assignment?
D
What is the highest letter grade you can earn for this class if you do NOT complete the paper?
B- or C+
Who do you NOT talk to if you have computer problems, need help finding sources, and/or need help with writing?
Dr. Valerie Wells (the instructor)
For how many sessions do you have to read two or more chapters from the textbook?
8 sessions
What is the one required trip for this class?
Charles Darwin's house
Who do you contact for special accommodations if you have a disability?
the Moses Center