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setting the stage for success

I really think that having a written note for late or missing assignments on a syllabus shows that the instructor is “serious” about the course’s work & its content.

Hi Alexandra,
Clarity is key! Don't ever give students any amunition; they will use it to their advantage. Grey areas are a no no.
Patricia

I agree. I did not have enough written explanation in my course syllabus for the consequences of late work. That made deducting points for late work more difficult, since the students claimed they didn't know that would happen. I am going to have a very detailed section in my future syllabi regarding late assignments and missed tests, so there will be no confusion.

What exactly do you mean by a written note?

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