Dear 1108 Students: Below is the point scale you can use to calculate your grades:

 

A=720 points

B=640 points

C=560 points

D=480 points

 

Each lecture exam was worth 90 points.  So, if you were given a grade sheet in class, it has a number showing the total points you have minus your lowest exam grade.  This gives you a total you can use to subtract from your desired point total to see if taking the final exam is worth it for you.  

 

Example:  My grade sheet says B-640 points.  This means that you currently have a B average if you choose not to take the final exam.  If you would like to earn an A in the course, proceed as follows.  

 

720 points – 640 points = 80 points.

 

This means you would need to earn 80 out of 90 points on the final exam to make an A in the course.  

 

If your grade seems unreasonable to you or you are still confused!  I am available in my office Wednesday morning from 9:30 to 12:00, or I can meet you by appointment.  You may also arrange to meet me to pick up any of your graded assignments and/or journals.  

 

Thanks, and have a great summer!