Assessment and Grading
Course Assessments
All credit courses have a formal method of evaluation and assessment. Your course outlines will communicate the evaluation scheme for each course, identifying assessment methods (assignments, projects, tests, etc.) that contribute to the final grade. Assessments are designed to evaluate the level at which you demonstrate the established course learning outcomes.
Assignments and Tests
Assignments
An assignment is to be submitted before or on the specified date and time as determined by the professor.
If a student cannot submit an assignment on the due date for any reason, they must notify the professor in advance and request an extension giving reasons for the delay. If an extension is not granted, the student is expected to have the assignment completed by the specified date.
In exceptional circumstances, if a student cannot submit an assignment on the date for any reason, they must notify the appropriate professor at least 24 hours in advance or as soon as possible and request an extension giving reasons for the delay. When an extension is granted, the student will receive full consideration for the assignment. Assignments with extensions are due at a specific date and time as arranged with the professor. Penalties may be applied to extended assignments. In certain instances, with late, makeup, or remedial work, assignments may be marked as pass/fail only.
All submitted work may be reviewed for authenticity and originality utilizing Turnitin®. Students who do not wish to have their work submitted to Turnitin® must, by the end of the second week of class, communicate this in writing to the instructor and make mutually agreeable alternate arrangements.
Assignment Drop Box
Given that courses are being taught online you will be required to upload and submit your assignments using the eCentennial Assignment tool. Alternately, your professor will provide your with specific instructions on submitting assignments.
Late Assignment Policy
Late assignments submitted without acceptable documentation or negotiated extensions are calculated at a 5% grade deduction per day late (including weekends).
Assignment Drop Box – All assignments are to be submitted in the designated electronic drop box provided by the professor on their course e.centennial shell. Assignments submitted by email will not be accepted.
Evaluation and Grading
Your myCard ID may be required when you write your test/exams.
Grading System
The Grading System for evaluating student performance is as follows.
- Important: CDW students need a minimum C grade to pass course and assignments. Grades below a C (60%) are considered a Failure to satisfy the expected requirements.
Grading Scheme
The standard grading scheme for most courses is a letter grade ranging from A to F with each letter representing the equivalent percentage grade achieved in the course. Some courses have a Pass/Fail grading scheme. For these courses, a Pass does not impact your GPA but a Fail will. There are also other special grades that can be used for specific purposes.
| Letter Grade | Grade Description | Numerical Equivalent | Grade Point |
| A+ | Outstanding | 90-100% | 4.5 |
| A | Excellent | 80-89% | 4.0 |
| B+ | Very good | 75-79% | 3.5 |
| B | Good | 70-74% | 3.0 |
| C+ | Satisfactory | 65-69% | 2.5 |
| C | Satisfactory | 60-64% | 2.0 |
| D+ | Minimal* | 55-59% | 1.5 |
| D* | Minimal* | 50-54% | 1.0 |
| F | Failure** | 0-49% | 0 |
| FNA | Failure non-attendance | ||
| P | Pass** | ||
| I | Incomplete | ||
| AEG | Aegrotat standing | ||
| AUD | Audit status | ||
| CIP | Course in progress | ||
| TCR | Transfer credit | ||
| NGR | No grade required | ||
| *In courses in some programs, these grades may not be considered a passing grade, and a higher passing grade may be required. The minimum required GPA for graduation is 2.0 and may be higher for some programs.
**May be used in a course where a percentage grade is inappropriate. |
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Accommodations
Centennial is committed to providing the best possible education for all of our students. This includes meeting the needs of students who may require adjustments or accommodations to equalize their opportunities to meet the essential requirements of achieving the learning outcomes in a course or program.
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Tests
You will need to go to the Quizzes tool in eCentennial to write and submit your quizzes and tests.
Tests or assignments conducted remotely may require the use of online proctoring technology where your identification is verified and their activity is monitored and/or recorded, both audibly and visually through remote access to your computer and web camera. Your myCard ID may be required when you write your tests. If you require an alternate assessment format you must communicate this in writing to the instructor as soon as possible and prior to the test or assignment due date to explore mutually agreeable alternatives.
Missed Tests & In-class Assignments
Students who miss in-class tests or in-class assignments, must contact their faculty as soon as possible (ideally within 48 hours) after the missed test/assignment to request alternate arrangements/assignment extension.
Failure to communicate in a timely manner (within 48 hours) could result in a grade of 0 on the assignment or test.
Students must provide written documentation to substantiate exceptional circumstances leading to missed tests/late assignments, and in order to be considered for make-up tests or extensions without penalty.
Please note that students with a temporary or permanent disability can submit their private medical documentation directly to the Centre for Students with Disability, who will ensure confidentiality. The Centre for Students with Disabilities (CSD) will then communicate the need for accommodation(s) to the faculty.
*Written documentation is required to support claims of exceptional circumstances, i.e. illness, family emergencies, etc., or prior negotiation of accommodation in collaboration with the faculty member and the Centre for Students with Disabilities and/or Student Relations.
Please refer to the accommodation policies (http://www.centennialcollege.ca/sitesearch.aspx?q=accomodation+policy) for information regarding negotiated accommodation on medical, religious or family grounds.
Student Relations is available to advise students of accommodation supports and services including how to access these support services (http://www1.centennialcollege.ca/StudentRelationsOffice).
Grade Appeals
- A clerical error has resulted in a miscalculation of the grade.
- The grade awarded did not fairly reflect your academic performance and/or the stated requirements for the course.
Key Policies
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