When the portfolios are reviewed during exams, how does that figure into the portfolio grade?
When I assign a final grade to the portfolio, I will take into consideration work over the whole course. The review comments help me distinguish between the student who consistently works throughout the semester, and one who simply crams at the end of the course to put as much as possible into a portfolio. If an early review indicates that improvements are needed, that doesn’t necessarily count against you in the end, as long as you make the improvements indicated, and compile a significant record of good work over the entire semester. On the other hand, if you receive a consistent record of review comments indicating deficiencies in the portfolio, do not expect a high portfolio grade for the semester. Q: What if I get a B on my portfolio but have an A average on exams? A: I never permit a portfolio grade to lower your course average. Your final grade will be based on whichever is higher: your average including the portfolio, or just your exam average alone. Q: If the portfolio doesn’t
