SUPPLEMENTAL CREDIT, Soci 388

SUPPLEMENTAL CREDIT is *NOT* "extra credit." Supplemental credit are points 
that can be applied toward a final grade of A. Obviously, there won't be many 
opportunities offered, they will require more work than extra credit, and the 
quality must be high. (NOTE: Supplemental credit can also be used for
extra credit). 

Remember: Supplemental credit IS NOT an entitlement! Grading is NOT on
a traditional scale. It's intended for students to demonstrate they can
do A work. So, to receive much credit, the paper must be in the A range.
For example: If a supplemental assignment is worth 20 points, 

--15 to 20 points for a perfect paper (or near perfect paper)
--5-10  points for papers in the B range
--1 to 5 points for C/D/F papers

Why this grading? Because you must WORK for an A to earn an A.


Here on some tips on how to write a  Book Critique

Sex Offender Registries (points: up to 15; Due Tuesday, March 19)

Cain's Redemption (points: up to 15; Due April 2)

Book: Eats/Shoots/Leaves (points: up to 15; Due March 21)

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