Here is a list of the various assignments that you will complete for this class.

• 4th Hour: You must complete at least 17 hours of work in the Computer Center of the LRC (one hour per week).  This time can be spent conducting research, working on drafts of your papers, or working with tutors. (percentage grade)
• Journal: You will keep a journal of ideas that you can use in your essays. (percentage grade based on the number of pages you complete)
• Grammar exercises: You will complete various exercises that will help you build your proofreading skills. (not graded, but counted among the deadlines)
• Exams: You will take four exams.  These exams will test your ability to apply the rules for grammar and punctuation to sentences and paragraphs. (percentage or letter grade)
• Deadlines: You will receive one point for every assignment that you turn in on time. (percentage grade)
• Essays: You will compose various drafts of six essays this semester. (not graded, but counted among the deadlines)
• Portfolios: You will present your best drafts in two portfolios.  The essays will not be graded individually, but you will receive one grade for your body of work. (letter grade)