You may use something like Cliff Notes to help you with difficult reading, but you must not copy anything from them. If you use any sources, be sure to give proper credit, even in a video tape. 1, paper no. Although speaking in class does not specifically count in the grade, the people who speak often learn more, as they take the opportunity to formulate their ideas. I strongly object to persons offering opinions when they have not read the works.
Attendance is required.
If we operated on the European system where the exam is everything, attendance would not be an issue. In order to maintain the integrity of the credits, I do not allow anyone to stay in the course if they miss more than three classes unless they are willing to write research papers on the readings missed. Since literature is about the human condition, every great work of literature has many emotions and ideas in it. In addition to the assigned literature, I request that you read the introductions to the authors. I am not listing those assignments individually.