ENG 195 - Introduction to Non-Western Literature

Institution:

Jefferson Community College

Subject:

English

Description:

English 195 is a literature elective which introduces students to reading and interpreting predominantly from non-Western cultures, such as Asian, African, Caribbean, Middle Eastern, or Latin American. Students read in diverse texts from various time periods and gain insight into their distinctive social, cultural, and historical/political development. Where originally written in a language other than English, texts will be offered in culturally sensitive translations. The course may be organized by genre and/or them and may include an in-depth exploration of a selected author, text, or cultural community. Students will complete a variety of writing assignments designed to develop skills in literary analysis and will write formal, literature-based essays. This course is designed for students who have already demonstrated college-level skills in essay writing and provides a foundation for upper-level literature courses. Pre-Requisite: ENG 101. 3 cr hrs, 3 lec hrs. (Per Departmental Standards Version of ENG 195, approved by Academic Affairs on 02/19/2008). Successful completion of this course satisfies the Other World Civilizations SUNY General Education learning outcome. Some work that students do in this course (tests, essays, projects) may be retained by Jefferson Community College in order to demonstrate to SUNY overall levels of student achievement in General Education.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sunyjefferson.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 786-2200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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