I used to do a very similar thing with basic algebra as a requirement for my stats students (at the last place I worked). I gave them two chances at simple tests of basic algebra, and if they couldn't solve all the problems, I counseled them to drop. I didn't force it, but I never had anyone argue with me. I would put them in a math class to remediate it, and then se them the next semester.
I'm a mean, mean man. m ------ "There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about." -- Margaret Wheatley -----Original Message----- From: Christopher D. Green [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, September 19, 2007 8:07 AM To: Teaching in the Psychological Sciences (TIPS) Subject: [tips] Inside Higher Ed :: The Platonic Ideal of Perfection Here's a way to ensure "mastery" on the part of one's students. Make them drop the course if they do't get a perfect score. :-) http://insidehighered.com/news/2007/09/19/greek Chris Green York U. Toronto, Canada --- ---
