• Each student will meet with the instructor early in the semester to identify key criteria on which they wish to be evaluated, taking into account the above statement of assignments and course-level educational goals, along with a process of evaluation that will contribute to their growth as scholars.

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ASSIGNMENTS
1)    In-class contributions. Like any seminar, this one relies on the active participation of everyone. We can work out together how we want to run the classes, but some possibilities include: (a) taking it in turns to open the class with an activity inspired by something in the readings; (b) preparing a short introduction to a new author, reading, or theoretical framework; (c) facilitating a theoretical exploration of a particular topic; (d) participating in a debate or an artistic or dramatic presentation around a theoretical issue. You should expect to invest significant effort in these in-class activities, while taking it in turns to play a leading role.
 2)    On-line discussions. In each class we will choose a question to explore online in writing, through a discussion thread on Canvas. You are asked to provide at least one substantial contribution to each discussion (“substantial” does not necessarily mean long, but thoughtful and constructive); you are welcome to write at greater length when a topic catches your interest.  3)    Major project. This is a longer written piece, approx. 4000-5000 words, due at the end of term, with a 1-2-page proposal/outline submitted by Week 9 for feedback.