[] Classroom participation is encouraged. I will assign points for classroom participation. I understand that everyone cannot be online all the time, answer each question, or take part in each activity. Missing something does not mean you will not get points. If you and your character have been active in class, trust me, you will.

[] The first answer, is not necessarily the best. If I ask a question, you do not have to rush to be the first to respond. Points will be assigned for effort, rather than speed. Well thought-out, out-of-the-box or creative answers are likely to be marked higher. Stay in character. If your character is not the kind to answer a question, that does not mean you will not get points. Effort - and a presence - is the key. ^.^

[] Do not plagiarize. Plagiarized answers can result in a deduction of house points. This includes answers that are copied straight from a search engine or website, or from another member. I understand that one cannot know every answer, but if you use a search engine or website, please take out a few moments to re-word what is written. Do not paste it verbatim.

[] Give others a chance. If I ask you to give me the meaning of a particular rune, please give me only one meaning, unless stated otherwise. This ensures that others get a chance to add something new and useful to the discussion, or answer. A three para answer will not be marked higher than a three line one, if the latter is more well thought-out. Quality, not quantity, please.