Of Barfights and Gadflies: Attitudes and Practices Concerning Extra Credit in College Courses.

Norcross, John C.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1989

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Of Barfights and Gadflies: Attitudes and Practices Concerning Extra Credit in College Courses.

Norcross, John C.; And Others

Teaching of Psychology, v16 n4 p199-203 Dec 1989

Surveys two universities regarding their use of and views toward extra-credit assignments. Findings show faculty were more likely to view such assignments negatively, citing the disadvantage of extra credit as encouraging irresponsible attitudes. Students disagree and emphasize the advantage of a second chance. (NL)

Descriptors: Assignments, Attitudes, College Faculty, College Students, Comparative Analysis, Course Content, Course Evaluation, Course Organization, Educational Research, Grades (Scholastic), Higher Education, Surveys, Teacher Student Relationship

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