Course Requirements and Policies
• Attendance (10%). Attendance will be checked randomly in class.
• In-class Presentation (10%). Students are expected to make a 15 minutes presentation on one of the topics in group.
• Memos (40%). Each student is required to write four memos throughout the semester, each on the required readings of a specific week. It is suggested that you organize the memo into two parts: a quick summary of the central arguments of the readings, and your own thoughts, criticisms and questions. Memos should be submitted online through the elearning system before class (12 point, single-spaced, one page). You can write either in English or in Chinese. Memos are due on Wed. at 10:00pm.
• Final Exam (40%). Inclass, closedbook exam composed of two parts: ID and short essay questions.