<p>So, with most of my classes I had to register for a discussion block of about an hour. Do you have to go to these? Should you never miss one? What do you do anyways? I don't want to make a habit of it, but on one day of the week one discussion is my only class. Thanks.</p>
<p>Anyone? I really have no idea.</p>
<p>It depends on the class whether you can miss one or two. Most of the time they discuss things that were covered briefly in class but need better coverage. Typically they answer questions from students, give condensed notes, hand back papers, and give really good advice about what will be on tests. In some of my discussion classes there were weekly quizzes (that really hurt your grade if you missed). Given a choice, I would much rather miss a regular lecture than a discussion...better yet, don't miss either :) One of my friends had the same scenario as you (only class of the day) and he skipped every single discussion and still ended up with an A...I wouldn't suggest that route though!</p>
<p>If it is a philosophy course, I recommend attending discussion groups. The material that one must understand is dry and recondite, and one's source of confusion can often be resolved by discussing the nature of the difficulty you are experiencing. Moreover, even if the difficulty is marginal, discussing the material helps one become more accustomed with the nature and complexity of it; it helps one internalize the propositions and arguments. </p>
<p>If anything, attending such sessions will at least demonstrate enthusiasm, which can be a useful trait to possess when you are on the borderline between earning a B and earning an A.</p>
<p>discussions are usually important and are often mandatory. of my classes with discussions, only one had optional sections (we just went to get homework answers and left) all other sections were crucial to success in the course. plan on attending them.</p>