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An examination of a selection of works by major black authors whose writings have gained public attention by virtue of their excellence or historical significance. Discussions will include considerations of topical relevance and literary form and style. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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A study of American minority (racial and religious) experience and cultural contributions to the nation by explaining them through literature. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides detailed instructions in planning, writing, and editing longer reports, especially complex formal reports designed for a diverse group of readers. A logical sequence of report-preparation activities, ranging from audience and problem-solving analysis through research and follow-up activities, will be the core of this course. Emphasis will be placed on designing professional reports. The course will also review mechanics, grammar, rhetoric, and style. Students will write one report in a small committee structure in order to simulate industrial and business working conditions. Prerequisites: ENG:103 and Reading Proficiency.
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A survey of the works of major British writers from Chaucer to Joyce, this course will analyze themes and techniques in poetry, drama, and prose. The student will discover central issues in British culture and gain an enriched appreciation of the British roots and parallels of American culture. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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Advanced Exposition is designed to upgrade each student's writing proficiency with special focus on the multiple perspectives that shape writing: The nature of the subject, purpose(s), the reader-audience, prescribed or self-initiated writing situation, formal or informal style. Assignments will correlate with students' writing goals and will be adapted to different program requirements. Prerequisite: ENG:102 with grade of "C" or better, or ENG:103, or MCM:112 and Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
This is a workshop for the student who has already experimented with several forms of creative writing and who wishes special, focused work in writing stories. The workshop format will allow for in-depth discussion of student work in class. Some lectures and other kinds of presentations will be given, involving various aspects of the writer's activity from initial inspiration to preparation of manuscripts for publication. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed for the student who has already experimented with several types of creative writing and who wants special work in the writing of poems. A workshop format will emphasize consideration of student works. Some lectures and presentations will be given, involving the various facets of the writer's role from inspiration to preparing manuscripts for publication. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
This course will familiarize students with examples of good children's books, for children from infancy to adolescence. It will also help students develop the ability to evaluate a book, analyze its appeal, and present it effectively. (Same course as EDU:226.) Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
Although the South is an integral part of America, it has always considered itself a place set apart from the rest. This course will explore whether Southerners do have a particular point of view. It will examine whether Southern literature is different from literature written in other parts of the country and the nature of that difference. This course will analyze these issues by examining works written by Southern men and women, both black and white. Although the course will include works from the 19th century, the majority will come from the 20th century. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
This course offers a basic introduction to literature, by being organized around specific themes, historical periods, or genres, which may vary from semester to semester. Students will learn how to read, analyze, write about, and appreciate literature by focusing on particular issues raised by the related works that the course addresses. Refer to "Schedule of Credit Courses" for current course topics. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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