S t u d e n t H a n d b o o k: C o m p l a i n t s , G r i e v a n c e s , G r a d e A p p e a l s & C o d e o f C o n d u c t
Error: The instructor made a calculation error in fact or application of points awarded or the weighting of final grades (as outlined in the syllabus)
This grade appeal procedure applies only when a student initiates a grade appeal and not when the instructor decides to change a grade on his or her own initiative. This procedure does not cover instances where students have been assigned grades based on academic dishonesty or academic misconduct, which are included in Lawson State’s Student Handbook and Catalog. Also excluded from this procedure are grade appeals alleging discrimination, harassment or retaliation in violation of Lawson St ate’s Harassment Policy, which shall be referred to the appropriate office. In such cases, the student needs to report a harassment or retaliation claim with the college (online) formally so both matters can be addressed.
Grade Appeal Policy Procedures
Academic Injury is determined based on whether the alleged error caused the student’s grade to decrease by a full letter grade. In other words, if a Grade Appeal has to do with a grade changing in percentages (within the same gra de category of “A”, “B”, “C”, “D” or “F”, the Grade Appeal will be denied. Meaning, if the change you are seeking moves your grade from a 82% to an 86%, the Grade Appeal will fail, for you were not successful in demonstrating that the alleged error had any academic injury to you, for you still received a grade of “B” in the course. Grade Appeals, then, are for students who can demonstrate that an alleged error in the calculation of the final grade caused the grade to drop at least one full letter grade (i.e., error caused the grade to drop from a “B” to a “C”, etc…). Before filing a Grade Appeal, be sure you have read the “What Qualifies for a Grade Appeal Filing” (at the beginning of this section). Below are the steps that outline how to file an official grade appeal at Lawson State Community College. Failure to follow these steps and meet all deadlines will void your petition. Under no circumstances shall a student of Lawson State involve the President of the college in a grade dispute or grade appeal or grade appeal challenge. Grade Disputes and Appeals are handled by the following individuals: the instructor of record, the Department Chair, the Associate Deans, the Academic Dean and the Vice President for Instructional Services (who renders the final decision on all grading matters). The Vice President for Instructional Services makes ALL final decisions on all Grade Appeals (Disputes) issues. Failure to follow the chain-of-command and outlined policy is grounds for dismissal of your petition for a grade change.
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