Assignments
Note: During the course, it can be useful to help students connect individual assignments to student learning outcomes and overall course goals. It also provides clarity to consider issues such as
- How you will assess student competency. Items might include:
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Exams | Quizzes | Reading | ||
| Presentations | Group projects | Projects |
- Clearly stating when assignments are due.
- Noting how assignments should be submitted.
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Hard copies turned in | Via email | Blackboard drop-box |
| A drop-box that you create for the course outside of Blackboard |
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- What happens if assignments are turned in late?
Other Course Policies
- Can students use laptops in class?
- Will cell phones be used in class (e.g., as clickers)? Is their use prohibited?
- What happens if assignments are turned in late?
- Can students gain extra credit for additional work?
- Can coursework that has been submitted and graded be revised?
- How should written work by others be cited (e.g., is there a preferred style for references)?
- Which course activities are collaborative and which must be individual work?
- Are there specific online resources students should or should not use for the course?
Academic Integrity Code
View the Academic Integrity Code.
- How does your department/school handle potential violations to the university's Academic Integrity Code?
- What can students do to avoid problems? (e.g., correct citations of sources)?
- How can you help students understand the importance of academic integrity?


