Daily Class Check-In and Participation Notices
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Complete the appropriate form for every class meeting:
Purpose
These forms support professional communication, accountability, and team success.
A major goal of this course is helping students develop professional habits that transfer to project teams, internships, research experiences, and future employment. When circumstances affect participation, students are expected to communicate early, make a plan, and minimize the impact on others.
The course operates on trust. Students are expected to provide honest and accurate information in all submissions.
Expectations
Students are expected to submit one form for every class meeting.
If You Attend Class
Complete the Daily Check-In during class or immediately after class.
The Daily Check-In includes:
- Attendance status
- Late arrival information (if applicable)
- A brief reflection on participation and engagement
- Communication and professionalism questions
- Plans for catching up or supporting the team when participation was limited
If You Expect a Change in Participation
Complete the Participation Notice before class whenever possible, ideally as soon as you become aware of the situation and no later than 24 hours before class.
A Participation Notice should be submitted whenever you expect to:
- Miss class
- Arrive late
- Leave early
- Participate at a reduced level
- Experience circumstances that may affect your contribution to team activities
The Participation Notice asks you to describe the situation and explain your plan to stay on track, complete any missed work, and reduce the impact on your team.
Professional Communication
The Daily Check-In and Participation Notice are communication tools for the instructional team. They do not notify your teammates, project mentors, or community partners.
If your participation will be affected, you are expected to communicate directly with anyone who may be impacted, including teammates and project stakeholders. Proactive communication is an important part of professional practice.
Professionalism and Course Credit
Professionalism is a significant component of your course grade.
Students are expected to follow these processes consistently, communicate honestly, and take responsibility for keeping their teams informed. Failure to communicate, repeated missed submissions, or providing inaccurate information may be reflected in professionalism assessments.
The instructional team assumes students are acting in good faith. This system is designed to support accountability and professional growth, not to police attendance. Honest communication and follow-through are essential expectations of the course.