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Option A
Three Midterm Exams – 25% each Joint Class Presentation & Handout – 15% Participation and Peer Reviews – 10% |
Option B
Short Paper – 15% Term Paper (two drafts) – 60% Joint Class Presentation & Handout – 15% Participation and Peer Reviews – 10% |
Ø Mid-Term Exams: Under option A, you will be
responsible for three take-home exams, each of which will be worth 25% of your
final grade. For each take-home exam you will answer three out of four
questions (each answered question should run approximately 3-4 pages). The
final midterm exam is due during exam week.
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Term
Paper: Under option B, a
final term paper of approximately 10-12 pages will count for 60% of your final
grade. You will be expected to research related philosophical work and to
present your own views on the material/subject. I will be looking for careful
analysis and critical independent thought. I require students to submit two
drafts of their paper; the final draft is due during exam week.
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Class Presentation and Handout: Each student
will have the opportunity to present on one of the readings with one other
student. The presentation should take approximately 30 minutes and might
include visuals and/or discussion questions for the class. Try to focus on one
or two controversial points rather than simply summarizing the entire article.
Along with your presentation, you should bring a short handout of 1-2 pages to
share with the class. The presentation and handout are worth 15% of your final
grade.
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Participation and Peer Reviews: 10% of your
final grade will be awarded for attendance, general class participation, and
peer reviews. Each student will have the opportunity to read and comment on two
of your classmates’ work. I will be looking for thoughtful and helpful
comments.