ENGL 215 - U.S.Latino and Latina Literature

Institution:

Johnson County Community College

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Description:

Prerequisite or corequisite: ENGL 122 This course introduces students to texts by U.S. writers of Hispanic descent or origin. Written primarily in English, the texts may include fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama, and/or film. The readings, discussions, and related writing projects will emphasize the relationship between mainstream America and borderland writers; explore the cultural and artistic context of the writers and their works; recognize and assess the use of major narrative and rhetorical strategies; and stimulate consideration of issues surrounding assimilation, identity formation, code-switching, and cultural hybridity. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jccc.edu

Phone Number:

(913) 469-8500

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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