Extra credit.
Is that right give extra credit for students miss the class, giving to them a change to make up the class?
Hi Chris:
Very true. Another thought is that it may not be a good idea to offer extra credit at all as it may allow a student to slip by without really earning a passing grade.
Regards, Barry
Extra credit can help some students who understand the material but do poorly on tests. I always play a review game at the end of the term and the points received on that are extra credit. Plus it is a great way to review for the final exam.
Hi Denise:
It depends!
Some institutions have moved away from allowing the use of extra-credit due to some issues that arise.
If a student can pass a course without demonstrating an understanding of the primary concepts, that may end up resulting in angry feelings from other students who have worked hard to earn a solid grade.
Regards, Barry
If extra credit is given it must be available to all students. A student who misses out on the information might bring a law suit against the school.
