To enable the student to interact critically with our early modern intellectual forebears from the standpoint of a christian worldview. To encourage students to grapple with the enduring political issues raised by the authors of the writings to be read in this course. To enable students to develop their ability to communicate both in writing and orally. Papers will be assigned a letter grade only. Final course grades will be calculated in accordance with the 12-point scale outlined in the calendar .
All assignments are to be handed in on time.
All papers are due at the beginning of class on the due date. Failure to complete one of the requirements of the course will automatically result in failure of the course. No assignments will be accepted after the final examination. Students are expected to attend all class sessions. Repeated absences will result in a lower grade for the course.