The purpose of these assignment is to help you clarify your understanding of the readings and to help you think about the various dimensions of these issues. These assignments will be one page, typewritten reaction papers on a specified topic handed out in advance. You must do 12 papers total. The final exam must be typed. Attendance, short assignments, and participation will still be required.
Attendance is mandatory because it is a necessary prerequisite to participation.
Two unexcused absences will be allowed without penalty. Each absence beyond the first two will lower the student's final course average by 2 points. After three unexcused absences the teacher may withdraw the student from the class. Except in the case of sudden illness, any excusable absence must be made known well in advance. Plagiarism is a form of stealing.