15%: In-class active participation in discussion, feedback, and presentations throughout the quarter.
25%: Reading commentaries.
15%: Assignments (7.5 points for each assignment).
50%: Research project:
Participation and preparation: You are expected to attend and actively participate in every class session. To make the most of this class and not disrupt others, I expect you to be on time and ready to discuss the readings. We expect you to complete readings early and submit commentaries on time to help the discussion leaders prepare. We expect you to be ready to present your work when the time comes, including assignments, project presentations, and when you are discussion leader. If you are working in a team for the project, we expect you to be respectful to your teammates and contribute equally to the work. Finally, we expect you to actively participate in conversation and be respectful and attentive towards any guest visitors.
If you can't make class because of an extenuating circumstance, please let us know before class, and we can excuse you. You will still be expected to complete any readings, responses, and assignments related to the class that you miss.
Deadlines and extensions: Deadlines are primarily there to help the class run smoothly, such as finishing reading responses in time for the discussion leaders and turning in assignments and project deliverables in time for presenting them in class. However, if you have an extenuating circumstance, please reach out to us about whether and how you can receive an extension. It's important that you be proactive in letting us know so that we can plan together and avoid disrupting others.
Diversity and respectful conduct: This course welcomes all students of all backgrounds. The computer science and computer engineering industries have a significant lack of diversity. This is due to a lack of sufficient past efforts by the field toward even greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Allen School seeks to create a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment for our community and our field. You should expect and demand to be treated by your classmates and myself with respect. If any incident occurs that challenges this commitment to a supportive, diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment, please let me know so the issue can be addressed.
Disability, Religious, and Family Accommodations: If you have any questions about disability or religious accommodations, please refer to university policies regarding disability accommodations or religious accommodations. Feel free to also contact me for any reason.