No Partial Credit: Completing the Task Matters 🎯

In this class, there is no partial credit for assignments, just like in the workplace where completing tasks fully is essential to success. This doesn’t mean you need to get every answer correct on every problem—it’s more about showing effort, learning, and improving over time. At the beginning of the semester, there will be more lenience as you get familiar with my expectations and what college-level work looks like. Consider it an onboarding period to help you grow and adapt. 💡

The key to earning credit is putting in the work, being willing to learn from mistakes, and demonstrating improvement. If you don’t meet the standards on your first attempt, you’re welcome to revise and resubmit your work using the regrade process detailed below.

Please remember, don’t put more effort into defending a poor submission than you put into the submission itself. This approach doesn’t work in the workplace, and it won’t work here either. Focus your energy on producing quality work from the start, and if needed, use the feedback and regrade process to improve. The goal is to learn, grow, and refine your skills—not to justify incomplete effort.

Focus on these strategies to set yourself up for success:

Make Time for the Class
Dedicate consistent blocks of time each week to focus on assignments, projects, and discussions. Treat this course as a priority in your schedule to ensure you have the time and space to do quality work.
Ask for Input from Peers and the Instructor
Don’t hesitate to seek help if you’re struggling. Your classmates and I are here to support you. Peer reviews and discussions can provide valuable perspectives, and I’m always happy to answer your questions during office hours or via email.
Ask Questions
If something is unclear, ask! Whether it’s about an assignment’s instructions, course concepts, or expectations, it’s better to clarify early on than to guess and fall short.
Use Feedback to Improve
Feedback is a gift. Take it seriously and use it as a tool to grow. Focus on implementing suggestions into your future work, and don’t hesitate to request a regrade if you’ve made substantial improvements.
Plan Ahead
Avoid last-minute work by starting assignments and projects early. This gives you time to ask questions, make revisions, and ensure you’re submitting your best effort.

By putting your energy into these actions, you’ll find it easier to meet expectations and grow in your abilities. Remember, the goal is progress, not perfection! 😊

Regrade Process 🔄

First Regrade Request: Complete the Regrade Form and submit it along with your revised assignment.
Second Regrade Request: Have your work peer-reviewed before resubmission. Attach the completed Peer Review Form to your regrade request.
Acknowledgment: Regrading is at the instructor’s discretion and does not guarantee a change in your grade.