Dear Students,
Please print a copy of this blog entry and sign it. In addition, please have your parent or guardian sign it. This paper is due on Friday, September 30th.
FAQ
1. How can I improve my grade in English?
- Turn in all of your work, and turn it in on time.
- Check the homework blog to make sure you know the due dates and to get tips on your assignments.
- Ask questions in class that will help you better understand the material and the assignments.
- See me at tutorial for help editing your papers.
- See me at tutorial in advance of a test or quiz for extra coaching.
- See me at tutorial for extra advice on how to find evidence and to develop analysis for your essays.
- Go beyond an assignment’s minimal requirements.
- Read beyond what you are assigned in English—for example, read for ten minutes a day from any and all of the links on the homework blog for English. The more you read quality nonfiction, the more you will absorb what it should look and sound like.
2. Do you offer extra credit?
- On occasion, I do. Whenever I do, it will be offered via the web site or in class for all students. I am cautious about giving too many extra-credit opportunities, however. Grade inflation is not something that benefits individual students or the larger academic community.
I'm always available during tutorial. If I'm not here the second you arrive, come back in two minutes--really, two minutes--and I'll be here. I promise. Also, if tutorial is jammed with many students and you have to see another teacher, send me an email with your concern, and we will schedule a time to meet.
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