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Course Logistics and Exam Information

Exam Structure

  • Exam Format: Exams will be a mix of multiple-choice questions and short-answer/discussion sections.

  • Discussion Section: The discussion section is designed for TAs, and attendance in these sessions will be graded by the TAs.

Exam Preparation & Resources

  • Study Guide: Yes, there will be a study guide provided to help students prepare for the exam.

  • Past Exams: No, students will generally not have access to past exams. The study guide and active participation (asking questions) are the primary preparation methods.

  • Student Questions: Students are encouraged to ask questions, as this will help inform the content and focus of the study guide.

Exam Policies

  • Exam Corrections/Retakes: No, there will be no exam corrections or opportunities to retake exams.

Grading and Extra Credit

  • Session Attendance: Yes, attendance in the discussion portions of the class (sessions led by TAs) will be graded.

  • Extra Credit: There may be extra credit opportunities announced later in the semester. If available, it will be announced to the entire class. An example mentioned is a potential survey for a sociology student.

  • Grade Rounding: Yes, grades will be rounded up (e.g., an 89.2 will be rounded up).

Next Steps

  • Next Week: The instructor will see the students next week.