Your first Response Paper should discuss some aspect of mathematical truth and how it applies to the texts and ideas we have studied so far in the course. Below I give some suggestions for Response Paper topics. However, you are not limited to these topics; you are encouraged to choose another topic that suits you, provided that your topic meets the above criteria. In this case, please email me (szydliks@uwosh.edu) for approval of your topic.
For this Response Paper, an intermediate step is required. I want to ensure that your paper is focused and organized. Therefore, by Thursday, October 1 at 11:00 am, you need to email me the introductory paragraph for your essay. Do exactly one of the following: (a) highlight the thesis statement in your introduction in bold-face type or (b) write a note explaining why your introduction does not include a thesis statement. You are, of course, allowed to change your thesis statement (or even your topic) after this time, but you need to attend very carefully to focus and organization.
Here are some possible topics:
Remember to read the Response Paper parameters and to follow them carefully. Your essays are due at the start of class on Monday, October 5.
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