Timothy,
I understand your point. Why 5%? Why not 10%? Who says one percentage is too small or two large? I'm in medicine and my perspective is naturally more strict. Students earn their true grade based on their learning, knowledge, and performance. I could say, "do you want a "D" student who had their grade raised to a "C" through EC treating you or youre family members?" I used to give EC but found that it really doesn't help the student (it only helps points or grades). My opinion, my practice, I just don't award EC. Policies and teachers' practices… >>>