The seminars will be critical reviews/analysis of papers drawn from the current literature. They will be presented to the class and evaluated in terms of presentation and content. You should cover background material, discuss the paper, critique it and put it in context. Seminars will be scheduled regularly throughout the term. Each student will present two or three seminars (depending on class numbers). All students should read the papers and be prepared to discuss it.
A term paper reviewing a related subject must be submitted by the end of term. I am also happy to consider interesting practical projects. Students must submit a brief (one paragraph) proposal for a paper topic for instructor approval.