There will be NO term paper. However, during the semester you will be required to complete three short written class projects. Each project is worth twenty points. Explanations and descriptions are included at the end of the syllabus. My expectation is that you will use the Internet and library resources at your disposal to craft thoughtful essays.
All projects are due by class time.
The projects will be graded and returned to you. There are also spontaneous and planned writing assignments where I will ask you to think about a particular topic or issue and write down your reactions and opinions. These must be brought into class for the date that they are assigned so that our discussion can be informed and lively. If class discussion is hesitant these may be used as quizzes weighted at five points each. Office HoursCritical Perspective and Responsibilities Success in this class requires an open mind.