ENG 517 - Advanced Studies in World Literature

Description:
May be repeated for credit under a different subtitle.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ENG 512.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Demonstrate advanced knowledge of literary and critical theories. Engage in a scholarly dialogue with a range of secondary criticism and/or critical theory in their own writing. Demonstrate advanced proficiency in research methodologies. Identify the characteristic themes, techniques, and conventions of a representative group of texts in World literature focused by theme, author, theoretical approach, or social and historical context. Develop a thesis-driven argument that is focused by specific interpretive or analytical questions, that is supported by evidence from multiple texts, and that synthesizes multiple perspectives. Apply theoretical approaches to literary texts at an advanced level. Lead discussion using appropriate discussion questions and providing relevant background information.
Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
1/7/2011

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