ENG 257 - Fairy Tales and Folklore

Institution:

Stephens College

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Description:

(3 hrs.) (Prerequisite: ENG 102/206 or LBA 108/208) (offered alternate years) Fairy tales, urban legends, jokes and folksongs reveal the hearts and minds of the people of the world. Folklore study introduces the student to the tales, arts and traditions of the peoples and cultures of Asia, Africa and South and Central America, as well as Europe and the United States-complex materials to be classified and interpreted from a folklorist's perspective. Students gain understanding of the methods and meaning of folklore research and performance.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stephens.edu

Phone Number:

(573) 442-2211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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