Grading Policy
First, all grades are earned in this class and you work form only this document. Do Not ask for extra credit.
I do not accept late work. I am not unreasonable, but you are expected to be responsible and accountable.
Below are the assignments and the tests for the semester.
Assignments
Explanation
Points
Tests
Midterm & Final
Two exams at 50 points each
Field Trip
Historical Site Visit
25 points
King & Steinbeck
Reading and Writing
50 points for each essay
Geography
Mapping Exercises
25 points
Documents & Current Events
Participation & Discussion
100 points
Biographical Inquiry
Carnegie or Chavez Bio
50 points
The grading scale is based upon 400 points. There are no penalties for failing to turn in an assignment.
You simply forfeit the points. I record your points, but your grade is only tabulated at the end of the
semester. Please refer to the grading scale below to determine your grade. All work is due per the
assignment deadlines as noted. See me in advance of any problems and we shall discuss any problems
with assignments; otherwise no late work acceptable.
Grade
A
Meaning
Superlative Work and Effort
Points
350 and above
B
Above average work and effort
310-349
C
Satisfactory
275-309
D
Below Average
230-274
F
Failure
Below 230
Bonus & Substitution Assignments
Movie Critique and Oral History must be cleared with me before commencing with the work. Also,
you may elect to substitute Chavez biography for Carnegie and/or substitute Fate of the Earth for In
Dubious Battle. Again, you will need to sit down and talk with me about your plans, before you
commence with the project of your choice. Do not proceed, if you decide to substitute, without prior
approval.