Students are expected to complete assigned readings and be prepared to discuss readings in class. Students are encouraged to ask relevant questions in class. It is expected that all students will attend all lectures. Various deadlines are indicated on the attached lecture schedule. Grading The course grade will be based on three non-cumulative examinations and one term paper.
Exams are short essay.
At the end of the course the student is to submit a research paper on cancer or heart disease. The student may choose any specific topic of interest. Students are expected to do extensive library research in developing their papers. Grading of papers will be based on critical analysis, clarity and organization and on a brief presentation before the class. Papers must be typed, grammatically correct, and free of spelling errors.