Short essay and identifications. In-class group presentation on regional novel chosen from above. Short, comprehensive essays and identifications. Students are expected to be prepared for and to participate in every discussion. There will be occasional surprise quizzes and short in-class writing assignments to gauge preparation.
Attendance is mandatory.
More than six absences will result in a failing grade . Unexcused late assignments will not be accepted. Your primary source analyses will be bound together in journal format so that both of us may chart your progress in historical understanding and critical analysis. Write your name and class boldly on the front of the journal. My evaluation of the journal will be based on progress, so it is important to keep prior entries together with the new ones .