How is the grading done?

For each assessment you complete the instructor will hold a discussion with you. There is a built-in delay between when you complete the assessment and when this discussion is held. This is to allow you time to put some more thought into your solution without being under stress and to learn something new.

Because of this the discussion consists of three topics.

1. Why did you solve the problem the way you did during the assessment?
2. When you reworked it, what did you do differently?
3. Would you make any further changes if you had the chance?

To preparing for this discussion you should re-work the assessment and figure out what you did not understand or forgot during the assessment. Then you have something with which to respond to the three questions of the assessment. It is also a good strategy to make notes about why you did what you did during the assessment time period.

At the end of the discussion the instructor will tell you what their estimation of your understanding of the material is as well as your thought process for completing the assessment. These are the scores you receive for the case and generally fall in the following groupings.

You have the concepts and code down pat and could easily use them in any other situation without looking up examples or explanations 100 – 90

Your understanding is good but you may have to lookup how to do this when you need to do it again or in other situations 89 – 75

You recognize the situation and know what should be done and what approach to take but can not implement a solution 74 – 60

You have no idea what to do 59 – 0

Your overall class grade is dependent on the scores you receive for the 4 cases and the group project.

The groupings above are designed to be in alignment with the following from the catalog:

• “A” represents outstanding understanding, application, and integration of subject material and extensive evidence of original thinking, skillful use of concepts, and ability to analyze and solve complex problems. Demonstrates dili- gent application of Learning Model principles, including initiative in serving other students.

• “B” represents considerable/significant understanding, application, and incorporation of the material which would prepare a student to be successful in next level courses, graduate school or employment. The student participates in the Learning Model as applied in the course.

• “C” represents sufficient understanding of subject matter. The student demonstrates minimal initiative to be prepared for class. Sequenced courses could be attempted, but mastering new materials might prove challenging. The student participates only marginally in the Learning Model.

• “D” represents poor performance and initiative to learn and understand and apply course materials. Retaking a course or remediation may be necessary to prepare for additional instruction in this subject matter.

• “F” represents failure in the course.