Evaluation
Grade Scale
Final grades will be based upon the total points obtained on all requirements for the course. Grades will be determined using the following percentage scale (total of 340 points).
| A |
94-100 |
| A- |
90-93 |
| B+ |
88-89 |
| B |
83-87 |
| B- |
80-82 |
| C+ |
78-79 |
| C |
73-77 |
| C- |
70-72 |
| D+ |
68-69 |
| D |
63-67 |
| D- |
60-62 |
| F |
59 and below |
Distribution of Points*
| Requirements |
Option 1 |
Option 2 |
| First Exam |
100 points |
100 points |
| Second Exam |
100 points |
100 points |
| Research Paper |
100 points |
100 points |
| Student Groups |
40 points |
40 points |
| Quiz (Debating the Presidency) |
- - - - - - - - |
40 points |
| Total Points |
340 points |
380 points |
*Students will choose either Option 1 or Option 2. Those who choose to take the Quiz must inform the instructor by December 3.
Make Up Exams
A midterm make up exam will be given provided there is good cause. The make up exam should be taken no later than one week after the scheduled make up exam. Late make up exams will be reduced 10 points. Make up exams are administered at the Learning Assessment Center (LAC), first floor, in the Gornto Building.
To schedule an appointment:
1. Go online at www.clt.odu.edu/lal. Click "Saturday only makeup exams" and complete the online form. If you have difficulty registering online, visit the LAC in person.
2. Register no later than Thursday for the following Saturday.
3. The LAC is open on Saturday, 8 am - 1 pm. Make sure you arrive at least one hour prior to closing.
