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Grades

Lecture Grade:
The lecture grade is based on 700 points.  Below is a breakdown of how the 700 points are derived.  After you have read this page, print out a copy for keeping track of your grades.  I will use this same form to keep a record of the points you earn.

Activity Activity Date

Possible Points

Points Earned
Quiz 1 9/6 90  
Quiz 2 9/27 90  
Quiz 3 10/16 90  
Quiz 4 10/30 90  
Quiz 5 11/20 90  
Quiz 6 12/6 90  
Internet Project 1 by 9/18 50  
Internet Project 2 by 11/29 50  
Final Exam 12/13 150  
    Total = 700 (lowest quiz dropped) My total =

Course Grade:
The lecture grade is 70% of the total grade, and the lab is 30% of the total grade. A passing grade must be received in the laboratory in order to pass the course.  Your grade in the course is based on the following scale:
  
A = 90-100%     B = 80-90%     C = 70-80%      D = 60-70%     F = below 60%

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Emma Erdahl, Associate Professor of Biology
Northern Virginia Community College
Last revised: 8/23/01