This course is a discussion course in which class attendance is critical, though not compulsory. Participation in discussions is encouraged, although the instructor recognizes that some individuals participate in discussions without actually speaking. Preparation for discussions is, however, an absolute necessity in order to obtain the full value of the discussions. To help in focussing study for discussion, very brief writing assignments will be made every week, to be turned in at the Tuesday class of each week. There will be two mid-term examinations and a final examination.
All exams are closed-book essay examinations.
Study questions will be provided in advance of the exams. Somewhat greater weight will be given to examinations on which the student has performed well, and effective participation in class discussions will be recognized in the final grade. Make-up examinations will be granted only for serious medical or personal reasons, and only when notice that an exam or deadline will be missed is given to me prior to the exam or deadline. Withdrawals will be permitted until Tuesday, April 25. As a possible resource in studying the ancient Greek texts in the course, you might be interested in checking the following Web site.