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Course Requirements and Assignments

• Papers - 15% Each
  • You will be asked to write three short papers on primary documents. These will be at least 3 pages (800 words) and consist of a close analysis of a given source. In each case, you will be asked to think about how the source exemplifies various course themes. More specific information will be given out before the assignments are due.
  • Paper #1
  • Paper #2
  • Paper #3
• Journals - 2% Each
  • At 7 points during the semester, you will be asked to write a one-page (250-300 words) discussion of a primary source on the day that it is due for class. More details to follow before the first journal.
• Final Paper - 25%
  • An 8-10 page research paper on any aspect of medieval "work and family." We will meet individually to discuss topics, work on drafts, and otherwise help you with this assignment.
  • Additional comments.