On completion of this course, students will be able to: 1.1 Recognize the elements and distinguishing features of different literary genres. 1.2 Explain how the texts reflect the cultural and social movements of the time. 1.3 Identify the various themes, techniques and styles of writing related to the texts under study. 1.4 Demonstrate a good command of the various poetic devices. 2.1 Interpret, and critically analyze various classical and contemporary literary texts. 2.2 Relate to human situations depicted in fiction. 2.3 Develop a global perspective on art and life. 2.4 Outline cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity depicted in different literary texts. 2.5 Apply critical thinking and analytical skills. 3.1 Deliver well-developed academic presentations based on thorough critical analysis of literary texts. 3.2 Develop an appreciation of the human experience through analyzing a variety of texts from different historical periods. 3.3 Produce a thorough character analysis of major and minor characters in stories and plays. 3.4 Write a short, well-constructed essay demonstrating the ability to critically analyze a literary work. 4.1 Develop their reading skills through extensive reading of a variety of literary texts. 4.2 Improve their critical and creative writing skills. 4.3 Enhance their communication skills and develop their spoken language through classroom discussions and the delivery of presentations. 4.4 Examine significant details in literary texts in order to cite evidence to support an argument.
Humanities Department
Alice Walker, Everyday Use Aphra Behn Song: Love Armed Alford, Lord Tennyson, The Eagle Langston Hughes’ Harlem William Faulkner, A Rose for Emily Anton Chekov’s Grief William Blake, The Sick Rose Earnest Hemingway, The Killers John Milton, When I Consider How My Light Is Spent Robert Frost, Acquainted with the Night Sophocles, Oedipus the King George Bernard Shaw, Arms and the Man
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