ENG 350 - Banned Books

Institution:

Anna Maria College

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Description:

Examines and attempts to understand the historical and current conflict between "free speech" and cultural standards. Students analyze texts which have been at the center of public controversy and censorship conflict using standard techniques of literary analysis and research issues raised by the opposing sides in the debate concerning the text. Students become familiar with the First Amendment, court cases and decisions, and the volatility of public concern over "community standards" as part ofthe class discussion and research. Prerequisite: One English course or permission of instructor. Core Justice II designated course.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.annamaria.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 849-3300

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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