The remaining 10 percent depends on class participation.

Final course grades for most classes are determined by a mix of class participation, projects and exams.

His teaching style is equally informal, with a heavy emphasis on class participation.

Some students make a point of speaking out because class participation counts in courses for about 40 percent of the final grade.

There is continuous assessment based on papers/essays, presentations, class participation and exams.

It was not until the mid-19th century that a proliferation of clubs and resulting drop in membership fees allowed lower middle class participation.

But if the teachers are alive and want more class participation, then the students will see that this teacher knows what he's talking about.

"They don't exactly know which way to go, but they're paying attention to this," she said, buoyed by the avid class participation.

Grading is based largely on class participation and papers.

Students are evaluated based on class participation and papers.