Expectations for Discussion Questions, Participation Posts, and Assignments

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What is the minimum word count requirement for Discussion Question answers in this class?

150+ words

How many Participation Posts are required on 4 separate days during the Topic week?

2 posts on 4 separate days

What type of question should a substantive post include?

Open-ended question

Why is submitting assignments on time emphasized in the university setting?

To show professionalism and responsibility

When are assignments due at the end of each Topic week?

Midnight on Sunday, Arizona Time

Which of the following is true regarding Week 6 and Week 7 assignments?

They must be submitted by the assigned due dates

What type of coursework does the 10-day deadline NOT apply to?

DQs, participation posts, and quizzes

What happens if assignments are not submitted within the 10-day window?

The dropbox will be closed and assignments will not be accepted for credit

When should students contact the instructor if they have emergency circumstances submitting their assignment?

Before the assignment is due

What is the minimum word count requirement for Discussion Question answers in this class?

150+ words

How many Participation Posts are required on 4 separate days during the Topic week?

2 posts

Why is submitting assignments on time emphasized in the university setting?

To avoid penalties

What type of question should a substantive post include?

"Open-ended" question

When will assignments be accepted without any late penalty?

Within 10 days after the due date

What coursework does the 10-day deadline apply to?

Weekly assignments

What happens if assignments are not submitted within the 10-day window?

The dropbox will be closed and assignments will not be accepted for credit

When will the instructor begin grading assignments?

On Monday following the assignment due date

Study Notes

Assignment Submission Policy

  • Assignments are due on or before midnight on Sunday, Arizona Time, at the end of each Topic week.
  • Assignments are accepted for 10 days with no late penalty, but this policy does not apply to Weeks 6 and 7.
  • Week 6 and Week 7 assignments must be submitted by the due dates assigned.
  • The 10-day deadline does not apply to Discussion Questions (DQs), participation posts, and quizzes, which must be completed during the Topic Week.

Grading Policy

  • Grading begins on Monday, and weekly grades should post by the next Friday.
  • If an assignment is submitted, it will be graded; if not, the grade box will be opened for submission within the 10-day window.
  • After 10 days, the dropbox will be closed, and no assignments will be accepted for credit.

Late Policy

  • Assignments will not be accepted after the close of the class, unless an academic accommodation is in place.
  • Students with academic accommodations have a 2-week extension to complete coursework as specified by the accommodation rules.
  • It is important to contact the instructor before the assignment is due to discuss any circumstances that may affect timely submission.

Discussion Questions and Participation Posts

  • There are two separate assignments: Discussion Questions and Participation Posts.
  • Discussion Question answers should be 150+ words and directly answer the question.
  • Participation Posts should be 75+ words and make a substantive comment, asking a thought-provoking question.
  • Two Participation Posts are required on four separate days of the Topic week.
  • The Topic week starts Monday morning and ends at midnight the following Sunday night.

This quiz reviews the guidelines and expectations described in announcements and instructor posts I provide for completing Discussion Questions, Participation Posts, and weekly assignments. Please be sure to read all the information provided so you can be prepared for successfully completing this class.

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