Grading will be based primarily on the ability to concisely synthesize/summarize

Grading will be based primarily on the ability to concisely synthesize/summarize course content and ability to demonstrate a well-informed working knowledge of course material. Papers should not be relegated to a single topic.
These are reflective, not academic papers, it is permissible to include your own perspective or opinion. Conversely, do not include excerpts or content that are objectively false.