The document provides instructions for students taking an online class, including: 1) Discussion questions must be at least 250 words and include one scholarly source. Replies to peers should be substantive and at least 150 words. 2) Students must post an initial response to discussion questions and reply to at least three peers per week. 3) Papers must follow APA format and be proofread for spelling/grammar errors before submission. Direct quotes should be minimized and content must be paraphrased and cited. 4) Late assignments will be penalized 10% per day and no assignments will be accepted more than two weeks late without an approved extension.