IRP+GUIDELINES

=INDEPENDENT READING PROJECT GUIDELINES =

Please pay close attention to the oral explanation as well as the written directions for the IRP because the grading system has changed. ** Students can choose from among the listed activities. You choose how many points you earn. Point values for several activities have been modified. Please refer to the activities page for more information. **
 * === All students are required to complete an IRP during each grading period. ===
 * === Students may choose activities from the list found in a link on navigation bar on the left.. ===
 * === Students must bring their IRP BOOKS to class each day and read if there is extra time. ===
 * === Students can also work on their activities or reading logs during appropriate time in class. ===
 * === Additional reading and work will have to be completed outside of class. ===
 * ** GREEN POINTS will be awarded to students for working digitally. One green point will be awarded for each activity submitted in digital form. Green points are the same as bonus points. **
 * = A ||= B ||= C ||= D ||= F ||
 * (117 - 125) || (106 - 116) || (94 - 105) || (81 - 104) || (61 - 80) ||
 * Each activity is worth a maximum of the points listed. Points will be deducted if the activity is poorly done.
 * If students are directed to specifically bring their books to class to work on their IRP or reading logs and they fail to do so, 5 points will be deducted from the total score.
 * If the project is not handed in on time, points will be deducted as follows: up to 1 day (-15); up to 2 days (-25); up to 3 days (- 50); after 3 days no credit will be given.
 * All work is due at class time on **MAY 22, 2009**.
 * Students are encouraged to work digitally as much as possible.
 * Guidelines are available for activities marked with an asterisk *..
 * Students will only be credited the points for one of the activities marked with a double asterisk **.
 * If you have any questions, please ask as soon as possible. Do not wait until the project is due.
 * Because this assignment is not due until the end of May, no extensions will be given.
 * Please do not ask for a copy of this information. You can print one out if necessary. One copy will be posted on the bulletin board for reference.