After selecting the particular cultural rendition of a piece or moment of nature, an analytical essay is written about it and a final reflection on its significance for the student or, in the student's judgement, for a particular community the student knows, is shared. More detailed guidelines on this project will be provided in class . Due dates will be discussed . The examination covers all the material in the course, with emphasis on the final reading of Shepard. Students may elect to take either an oral or a written examination.
Oral examinations begin the weekend before final exam week.