Grading

• A = 90-100% – outstanding. “A” work demonstrates a superior level of thinking and understanding, as well as clear and concise analytical writing. All course learning objectives have been achieved in an exemplary manner. This work is insightful, and shows the student’s ability to apply his/her knowledge. He or she is able to articulate the meaning and consequences of various points of view. This student’s work is consistently excellent.
• B = 89- 89% – very good. “B” work demonstrates a very good level of reasoning and understanding of the course material. It is usually clear, concise, and insightful. The student often applies his or her knowledge, and articulates the meaning and consequences of various points of view. This students work is consistently very good, and all learning objectives have been well achieved.
• C = 70- 79% – average/adequate. This work demonstrates an adequate understanding of the course material. Literal, rather than analytical thinking is usually exhibited. Writing is sometimes unclear and imprecise. This student’s work is often inconsistent, and a few learning objectives are unachieved.
• D = 60- 69% – below average. “D” work exhibits poor understanding of course material. Literal, rather than analytical thinking is usually exhibited. Writing is usually unclear, confusing, and imprecise. Learning objectives have been achieved at a minimal level, and several are unachieved.
• F = Below 60% – failing. This work is inadequate. It is confusing and unclear, and shows many misconceptions. Few of the learning objectives have been achieved.