This lecture provides an overview of the assignments for the second semester, focusing on a group paper project tracing the evolution of a migration policy over at least five years. The paper will consist of three sections: policy baseline, policy change or conflict, and evaluation. The course plan for the semester includes various milestones such as completing the outline, submitting drafts, and peer reviews. The instructor emphasizes the importance of understanding the key laws, institutions, and contextual factors shaping the policy, as well as evaluating its effectiveness and suggesting improvements.