This blurb is taken directly from a recent WRT 350: Writing in the Workplace syllabus. Here, I outline the assignments, how they will be graded, and the course's limited revision policy. Attached to this description is a copy of a separate handout I give to students at the start of the term - a handout that more explicitly details the course grading criteria.

Descriptions of Assignments and Grading Criteria:

If you've read the syllabus up to this point, you already know that you'll be doing quite a bit of writing in this course. Here is a list of the writing assignments you must complete on time in order to pass this class with a C or above (I will give you more detailed written information about each assignment's requirements as the semester progresses):

• Memo of introduction (Ungraded)
• Memo reporting on interview (10%)
• "Good News"/"Bad News" Memo Packet (10%)
• Persuasive Memo Packet (10%)
• A job search packet that includes a resume, job application letter, and follow-up letter (20%)
• Proposal for formal written and oral report (10%)*
• Written report (20%)*
• Oral report, with visuals (10%)*
• Participation, including contributing to class discussions and completing informal homework assignments, quizzes, and in-class activities (10%)*

*You have the option to collaborate with one or more students on these projects

**Includes some in-class collaborative work

You can expect your work to be evaluated in these three areas:

Audience Awareness: Does the project effectively communicate with your audience? Is the writing clear? Is information presented in a useful format? Does the project achieve its intended results? Does the document engage the reader? Is the reasoning presented in the project logical?

Format: Is the project visually appealing? Does it use appropriate language? Is information organized sensibly? Does the written document include subheads where appropriate? Is the written document relatively free of mechanical errors? Is the oral presentation organized and does it include visuals where appropriate?

Process: In a collaborative situation, did each group member contribute significantly to the project? Did you take the time to revise as necessary? Did you plan adequately before producing the final product?

Revisions:

In the business world, you generally have only one chance at nailing a project or presentation. In this class, however, we're all learning and trying new things. Therefore, I think it's only fair to give you the option of revising certain projects in order to truly learn the course material. You may revise assignments 1-5 (see above); however, revisions will only be accepted if all of the following conditions are met:

• You originally submitted the project on time and participated in the peer workshop scheduled before the project's final due date;
• You submit a revision one week after I return the original, graded document to you;
• You make significant revisions to the project (you don't simply proofread/edit);
• You attach to the resubmitted project the copy with the original grade and a brief memo explaining what you did to revise the assignment and why you think the revision makes the document stronger.

I reserve the right to refuse a revision if the above conditions are not met. If you are unsure that your revision meets all of the above criteria, please talk to me before resubmitting the project.