There will be four announced exams and a number of unannounced quizzes. The average of the unannounced quizzes will count as one exam grade. Quizzes and exams cannot be made up. Since class discussion is based on the assignments, students are expected to keep up to date on the readings. Classroom participation will be included in the grade.
Attendance is important and is required at all classes.
Some in-class assignments cannot be made up. In this class, tardiness and absences will effect the grade. Students will read selected works and will discuss the relevant questions concerning theme, form, tradition, craft, and reader response. Student presentations, collaborative work, and videos will provide a variety of perspectives on the readings.