Participation in the class also means reading assigned articles and text chapters, and regular class attendance. Lectures are chosen on the basis of importance to the field and the interests of the class and professor. Academic Freedom and the Free Exchange of Ideas Standards for the free exchange of ideas will be followed in this class as it is in all other classes at Mills College. You must be willing to engage in intellectual discussion and be open to considering different ideas and evidence in order for true learning to occur. One of the goals of this class is that the critical thinking skills of all students will improve over the course of the semester.
Examinations have essay, short answer, and some multiple choice questions.
The written assignments will be handed out in class and will be due on the date indicated in the course outline. The written assignments should be written thoughtfully and carefully. All exams will be taken on the scheduled day and all assignments will be due in class on the day listed in the course outline. Late assignments will receive a 5 point per day late penalty. There are no make-up exams unless you are hospitalized and produce documentation from a doctor and the Dean of Students.