August 26 Introduction, meaning of life, overview, etc. The main concern of the class will be the individual research paper. The substantive research areas will be left to the discretion of the student with the consent of the instructor. Each student will be responsible for presenting a brief research prospectus by the third class session. There will be no exceptions.
Grades are, admittedly, a pain in the neck.
But, alas, they do exist. So, first let's understand that this is a doctoral seminar and perform to the expected grade level. To these ends, the instructor will entertain the option of reading drafts. If a student has a particular grade problem or wishes to obtain extra credit, he or she is invited to consult with the instructor by the end of the second session. Some sort of mutual accommodation can usually be negotiated towards this end.