Preparation of Daily Assignments

     All readings must be done completely prior to class.  The way to prepare daily assignments is as follows:

     1)  As each new author is encountered, the student should, as a first step, read the introduction for that author found on the web page that has been prepared for Spanish 354.  The web page includes general information on the author, and links that provide context for understanding the reading.  For some authors study questions are provided that will help the student to identify the most important themes in the reading.

     2)  The student will then read the photocopied text corresponding to the next class meeting.  Skimming the text for general meaning will not provide sufficient understanding for participation in class discussion.  The student should look up every word in the text that (s)he does not already know, think about any study questions that are provided on the web page for the text, and come to class prepared to answer them. 

Attendance Policy:

     Students are allowed three absences.  Absences beyond the three allowed will result in the lowering of the final grade.  An exception may be made in the case of a medical or family emergency, in which case notification by the student's administrative dean may be requested.

     Since attendance will be taken at the beginning of each class, it is important to arrive on time in order to be counted as present.

     One or two evening films will be scheduled; attendance will be mandatory.

Miscellaneous:

     1.  Makeup quizzes or exams, or an extension for papers, may be granted only in the case of a family emergency or illness (with a doctor's or dean's excuse), in consultation with the professor and, when possible, prior to the submission date.

     2.  The course will adhere strictly to the Colgate calendar.  Requests for excused absences or changes in exam schedules because of personal travel, etc., will not be granted.

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