These papers must reflect research in a given field of history. We will, as a class go to the library in mid semester in order to learn basic researching skills so that you may implement these skills into your final paper. Due dates for the papers are on the syllabus. If your paper is late, I will deduct five points per day from your final paper grade. My criterion for grading the papers is based on both style and content.
Style refers to grammar, structure, and spelling.
Content refers to the degree to which you illustrate your knowledge of the material researched for this paper. All reference materials used for the purposes of constructing this paper must be cited. 40 points You are required to attend and actively participate in each session of section. Active participation does not only mean that you attend class, but participate in class discussions. In accordance with the Miami Student Handbook, there are no excused absences from class with the exception of religious observance.