Category Archives: From a student

Grades are final?

Posted on December 20, 2021 in From a student

Background from Instructor: It’s his third time taking Calculus with me….first two times he got a Low Pass, this time an F (with a 33 on the final exam. The mean was a 73). And my email to students announcing … Continue reading →

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Do you have extra credit?

Posted on November 25, 2018 in From a student

Background from Instructor: I wrote to a student who missed the first exam; he has not attended class, and is missing one of several assignments. I let him know I am concerned about his ability to pass the class and … Continue reading →

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Can we discuss a solution?

Posted on November 7, 2013 in From a student, General

Background provided by Instructor: After an exam, I post the answers for students to review. A student emailed me later in the day asking to meet with me. She said she had misunderstood the question and now that she has … Continue reading →

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I know this is far fetched but….

Posted on May 3, 2013 in From a student

Background provided by Instructor: I received this email from a student after the last class. Students were given several extra credit options  such as writing a paper, participating in an online discussion, or attending a speaker or related event on … Continue reading →

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Can I do the minimum?

Posted on July 27, 2011 in From a student

Hi. I wanted to know if I have to continue doing my homework for your class. I realize that I could get a C this quarter and a C on my final and still end up with an A in … Continue reading →

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