ENG 518 - Advanced Literary and Critical Theory (Put on reserve 9/16/19)

Description:
Advanced study of the theory and practice of various critical perspectives and strategies as they inform the study of literary texts. (Put on reserve 9/16/19, will go inactive 8/24/22)

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ENG 512.

Credits:
(5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Identify major developments in literary and critical theory evaluate their relevance to the analysis of literary works.
Explain the critical approaches informed by specific theories and analyze their historical and cultural background.
Apply selected critical approaches to literary works.
Recognize and critique the argument underlying critical writings.
Examine at least one theory or theorist in depth.
Evaluate the critical approaches and their theoretical assumptions by way of developing their own critical orientation as literary scholars and critics.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
1/7/2011

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