ENGL 255 - Theoretical Approaches to the Study of Literature

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

ENGLISH

Description:

A multi-genre and/or multicultural course that examines both primary and secondary sources in any one of a number of traditional avenues of inquiry within Literary Studies. Approaches might have a critical basis (such as race, sexuality, class, religion, ethnicity, or gender) or a contextual basis (emphasizing a particular genre, movement, or region). Prerequisites: ENGL 101 or equivalent. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Demonstrate familiarity with literary terminology (characterizations, point of view, imagery, metaphor, simile, etc.) as well as an awareness of and appreciation for the principles that guide the study of literary language. (2) Demonstrate the ability to apply those terms to selected passages of literature (close reading) in oral formats (presentations, class discussions). (3) Demonstrate the ability to apply those terms to selected passages of literature (close reading) in written format (formal and informal writing assignments). (4) Demonstrate an awareness of a single literary tradition, critical framework, or context based on the content focus of the course. (5) Demonstrate the ability to analyze primary texts and present analytical literary arguments in writing.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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