As noted in the “Assessment and Grading” section of the Syllabus, there are two kinds of assignments for
this class: writing assignments and an independent project. Click on the links for more information.
Writing Assignments
Pre- and Post-Session Assignments
Independent Project
Your project for this class is highly flexible. We will provide you with certain options—write a 1,750-word essay, create a website, perform an interview on someone in your field and write a commentary about it, make a series of vlogs, etc. You may also propose your own. Details can be found in the Independent Project Guidelines.
Optional, Extra Credit: Philosophy (“Argument”) Assignment
This assignment is due anytime throughout the course. You may do either of the following:
- Choose one of the supplemental philosophy readings (we will provide a list) and write a short paper reconstructing the argument. To reconstruct the argument, you should explain it in your own words and work through an example (not one in the paper) that illustrates the concept.
- Choose one of the SERC case studies and analyze it in terms of at least two different class concepts (e.g., ethical lenses, structural injustice, etc.)
The paper should be between 1,250 and 1,500 words.
