This guide answers several questions related to grading and grading policies. Use the table of contents below to jump straight to your question!

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Basics

How is the grade for this class calculated?

What is mastery learning?

What is specification grading?

What are the benefits of this grading strategy?

What are the downsides of this grading strategy?

Specification

What is the grade specification?

How do I calculate my final letter grade?

Policies

Can I submit late assignments?

What are the cutoff deadlines?

Can I get an extension?

Can I get an assignment excused?

Can I get attendance excused?

Can I retake an assignment?