Homework will be given daily, is due at the beginning of the period the school day after it was assigned, and will be worth 5 to 10 points. A periodic quiz consisting of 1 or 2 homework problems from the past week may be given in lieu of collecting homework.
Tests and quizes will be used to check your understanding of concepts, procedures, and infromation. Quizzes will be worth 10 to 25 points and will be given at least once a month. Tests will be worth up to 100 points and will be given 2 or 3 times a quarter.
Labs will be worth 10 to 30 points and will be graded on saftey, participation, and write-up. I expect neat handwritten or types reports. I'll also assign small research projects throughout the semester.
You must make up missed tests and quizzes the day you return, and you must submit missed homework and labs within two days for every day you missed. Failure to make up work within these time frames will result in a 0 for that test or assignment.
I can meet with you before or after school. I will also be in my room (H113) during most lunch hours. Please do not hesitste to stop in if you need extra help -- do not wait! Chemistry is a building subject, and it is very hadr to catch up once you fall behind.
We will be doing lab work nearly every week. Because of the potential dange of any lab execise, I will hold you to the highest standards of behavior, and will remove you from the calss if you pose a threat to yourself or other students.
Chemistry with Dubé is like a medicine with a spoonful of C12H24O11!