A. Students are expected to write one separate response paper (4 pages/around 1000 words, double-spaced; 12-point font; and 1-inch margin). The response paper should cover ONE assigned reading on the topics we cover between Week 6 and 10.
B. The spirit of this response paper is to link what the authors argue to what you think. You are encouraged to critically engage the assigned readings and let me know what you agree with and what you disagree with. Be sure to support your opinions with evidence and careful reasoning.
C. In the response paper, I encourage you to use the following questions as guidelines:
• What are the analytical themes raised in the assigned readings? What are the central arguments that the authors make?
• To what extent do you agree with the analysis that these authors provide?
• What are the utility and limitations of using this scholarly perspective/analysis to analyze the issues you encounter or are concerned with?
• What new questions does an article or book generate? What questions does it leave unanswered?)
