Outstanding
(High Distinction) |
A |
93+ |
4.0 |
Maximum grade: In addition to description for grade "A-", the participant shows detailed understanding of materials about which he or she can show independent analytical ability. This means the ability to question an issue from different perspectives and evaluate responses in an objective manner. |
Excellent
(Distinction) |
A- |
90 - 92.99 |
3.7 |
Participant shows understanding of literature beyond the textbook/class hand-outs/class notes, and the work shows a high level of independent thought, presents informed and insightful discussion, and demonstrates a well-developed capacity for evaluation. |
Very good
(High Credit) |
B+ |
87 - 89.99 |
3.3 |
Shows evidence of a capacity to generalize from the taught content, or the material in literature, or from class lectures in an informed manner. Also, the work demonstrates a capacity to integrate personal reflection into the discussion and an appreciation of a range of different perspectives. |
Good
(Credit) |
B |
83 - 86.99 |
3.0 |
The work is well-organized and contains coherent or logical argumentation and presentation. |
Good
(Credit) |
B- |
80 - 82.99 |
2.7 |
Participant shows understanding of literature beyond the textbook and/or notes, and there is evidence of additional reading. |
Average
(Good Pass) |
C+ |
77 - 79.99 |
2.3 |
The work demonstrates a capacity to integrate research into the discussion and a critical appreciation of a range of theoretical perspectives. Also, the work demonstrates a clear understanding of the question and its theoretical implications and demonstrates evidence of additional reading. |
Adequate
(Pass) |
C |
73 - 76.99 |
2.0 |
Shows clear understanding and some insight into the material in the textbook and notes, but not beyond. A deficiency in understanding the material may be compensated by evidence of independent thought and effort related to the subject matter. |
Below Average
(Borderline Pass) |
C- |
70 - 72.99 |
1.7 |
Shows some understanding of the material in the textbook and notes. A deficiency in any of the above may be compensated by evidence of independent thought related to the subject matter. |
Inadequate
(Borderline Fail) |
D+ |
67 - 69.99 |
1.3 |
Fails to show a clear understanding or much insight into the material in the textbook and notes. |
Poor
(Fail) |
D |
60 - 66.99 |
1.0 |
Besides the above for D+, participant has not shown interest or engagement in the class work or study. |
Poor
(Fail) |
F |
<60 |
0 |
Shows little or no understanding of any of the material. |
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