Grading
Blog contributions (or reading notes):Â Â Â 10%
Short paper:Â Â Â 10%
Midterm exam:Â Â Â 10%
Longer paper:Â Â Â 20%
Special project:Â Â Â 10%
Final examination:Â Â Â 20%
Attendance and participation:Â Â Â 20%
(Extra credit:Â Â Â +5%)