Students will make one formal class presentation on a student chosen topic toward the end of the semester. Students will take two examinations during the term. Finally, students will formally critique three scholarly journal articles according to a prescribed format. Students will prepare a formal presentation related to their chosen topic. This is a research project, much like a paper, only in oral form.
Presentations are to have useful, informative content.
The expected duration of student presentations is approximately 20 minutes with an additional 10 minutes for questions from classmates and the professor. Students are required to attend the their classmates' oral reports. These presentations are designed to learning experiences. You owe respect to your classmates and to yourself in this regard. The midterm and the final examinations will consist of short item answers and essay questions.