CLASS EXPECTATIONS
GENERAL COURSE PROCEDURES:

• We will meet twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays. Mornings will be devoted largely to lectures and visual presentations. Afternoon labs will begin at 1:00; ending time will vary.
• Tests and quizzes will be announced in advance. Please check the schedule for specifics.
• Students are expected to read online postings as often as class meets, ESPECIALLY IF THEY WERE ABSENT.

ALL STUDENTS WILL BE EXPECTED:

1. To come each day mentally and intellectually prepared for work.
2. To work hard and do their best.
3. To read the textbook and other course materials carefully and thoroughly, with the aim of learning the material.
   There is usually no need to bring the book to class.
4. To ask for assistance when they need it. (Extra help can be arranged.)
5. To enjoy learning new skills.
6. To develop new and increased understanding of the human body.
7. To become familiar with the web pages posted for this class.
8. To check the course web pages frequently for any assignments, notices, or schedule changes;
   ESPECIALLY DURING ANY ABSENCE FROM SCHOOL.
9. To e-mail me with any questions, concerns, or special needs.
10. To cooperate with other students in an environment of mutual learning and mutual respect.
11. To treat their fellow students and teachers with respect.
12. To treat school property and other private property with respect.
13. To observe all safety rules.

ALSO:
• You may wish to obtain a good set of colored pencils; certain topics can best be shown in color.
• Most important: you also need an alert mind, focused on learning, not sleep-deprived or impaired in any other way.

In case of absence for any reason:

IT IS IMPORTANT TO CHECK THE CLASS WEB PAGE DURING ABSENCES.

Please e-mail me if the absence lasts longer than two days.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM ME, the teacher:

1. Love of learning (a life-long passion)
2. Love of teaching (another life-long passion)
3. Willingness to help every student, as much as they need
4. Fairness to all

Individual help is available for those who need it.

To contact Dr. Minkoff: please e-mail me at eminkoffbates.edu
I am here to help.

A detailed syllabus is posted online.