ENG 508 - Contemporary Critical Theory

Institution:

Southern Connecticut State University

Subject:

English

Description:

Prerequisite: ENG 517 or ENG 502 or ENG 506 (may be taken concurrently). Critical theory of the 20th century in the context of current theoretical developments. Critical perspectives and schools may include: Structuralism, formalism, Marxism, New Historicism, feminism, African American theoretical thought, post-colonial theory, Deconstruction, and psychoanalysis as well as other theoretical positions. Students will have an opportunity to apply specific theoretical practices to literary texts. Scheduled irregularly. 3 credits

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.southernct.edu

Phone Number:

(203) 392-5200

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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