LATE ASSIGNMENTS: In the online environment for this class, each assignment is open for at least a whole week (some assignments are available longer!) With this flexibility and also the need to create a cohesive learning environment, there are not generally other exceptions for late work. The only two assignments accepted late are the papers. These are subject to a 10% penalty per day late - tardiness is discouraged! All other deadlines are firm. If you are suffering from some medical or family emergency, please approach the instructor BEFORE a deadline arrives if you are hoping for an exception. Exceptions will only be made with firm documentation from a licensed professional outside of your family.

BASIC BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS: Students are responsible for knowing all information contained in this syllabus and all information announced on the Canvas website. Students are required to check their email regularly. Students are expected to observe common courtesies in their written communication. As this course is about politics, sometimes students have strong opinions! That is okay, but you must make sure your language remains academically based, thoughtful and considerate in tone. Unless otherwise specified within the assignment, students must complete all assignments individually. Foothill College expects all students to conduct themselves as honest, responsible and law-abiding members of the academic community and to respect the rights of other students, members of the faculty and staff and the public to use, enjoy and participate in the University programs and facilities.