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FAQFrequently Asked Questions
How is my final average calculated? Mr. Wilson uses a points system in which every assignment and quiz is worth a certain number of points, and at the end of the grading period the total number of points that you have earned on all assignments, tests, and quizzes combined is divided by the total number of points that these tasks were worth. For instance, say there were only four assignments and they were worth 21 points, 52 points, 8 points, and 12 points. Now let�s say your grades for each (in the same order) were 19, 42, 8, and 11. First, we add the total number of points that you earned: 19 + 42 + 8 + 11 = 80. Next, we add the total number of points possible for all four assignments: 21 + 52 + 8 + 12 = 93. Finally, divide the number of points you earned (80) by the total number of points possible (93), and you get your average: .86, or 86%. Don�t worry if that seems too complicated; you can always find your grade on I-Parent. Your parents can get the necessary password and login information from the office. Does Mr. Wilson record homework on this website? Yes. Please refer to the "Homework" section. What's the best way to find out my assignments if I don't have my planner? Homework assignments are updated nearly every day on Mr. Wilson�s website at teacherweb.com. Just check the �Homework� section. Of course, you should always copy the assignments from the board into your agenda book at the beginning of class each day. What if I lose a paper or assignment? Assignments and important papers can be found on my website. Just click on the name of the paper or assignment that you need and then print it. May I redo an assignment or retake a quiz for a higher grade? Yes, you may redo assignments and even most tests and quizzes. However, you have only one week from the day you get it back to do so. After redoing an assignment or retaking a test or quiz, your new grade will be the average of your original grade and the grade of your second try. What is the best way to contact Mr. Wilson? You can e-mail me at brian.wilson@cobbk12.org. I check e-mail daily. Please do not leave a phone message at school as there have been a lot of problems with my voice mail. My home phone number is available upon request. What is Mr. Wilson�s policy on work turned in late? One letter grade is deducted for each day late, all the way down 70%. Work turned in more than three days late will be accepted, but the highest grade possible will be 70%. What if I don�t do my work or lose it? Will I receive a zero? Don�t even think about it. It is absolutely expected that all work be turned in. If you don�t turn something in, expect to lose privileges. For instance, rather than doing something fun with the class one day, you will complete the assignment instead. Or, you may be required to sit at the silent table during lunch and do your work there. Only acceptable work counts; unacceptable work must be done over. Yes, but not on tests or quizzes. Spelling words correctly is an important life skill and can be accomplished even if you are a poor speller. Mr. Wilson is horrible at spelling but uses a dictionary when in doubt. To get back the points you lost due to spelling mistakes, correctly write each misspelled word five times on a sheet of paper and turn it in to Mr. Wilson. What�s the best way to do well in Mr. Wilson�s class? Participate in class activities and discussions, ask for help when you need it, turn in assignments on time, and study, study, study for tests and quizzes. The first ten minutes of class is a great time to ask for help because that is when Mr. Wilson gives time for students to work on their Daily Geography assignments. Also, check on the �Links� page of his website for links to educational games and other helpful sites. You may also arrange to come in before school for help; ask Mr. Wilson for details. Will I be receiving study guides for tests and quizzes? Sometimes, but not always. Students need to build independence by listening in class and making their own study guides. Mr. Wilson will provide assistance in doing this. |
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