This course emphasizes the study and discuss of the various genres of literature—poetry, drama, and prose. Students will hone critical thinking and writing in analyzing the assigned selections. Students will study a variety of literary techniques and terms. At the end of the semester students will prepare skills 7-10 page research paper over one of the dramatic selections. ~~This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-CO1
COURSE COMPETENCIES:
Students who successfully complete Lit 115 will demonstrate the abilities to:
I. Define the functions of literature
A. Illustrate ways in which literature interprets the human condition.
B. Illustrate ways in which literature gives pleasure to its readers.
C. Illustrate ways in which literature attempts to instruct and correct human behavior.
II. Identify and explore universal theme, topics and patterns in works studies.
III. Analyze structural elements in literary works.
A. Identify and demonstrate the use of basic structural elements of prose fiction.
B. Identify and demonstrate the use of basic structural elements of poetry.
IV. Analyze cultural and historical contexts of literature and their contemporary relevance.
A. Identify and demonstrate the presence of basic cultural and historical contexts.
B. Analyze the function, significance, and contemporary relevance of basic cultural and historical contexts.
V. Demonstrate the ability to select and apply contemporary forms of technology to solve problems or compile information.
VI. Write a critical term paper (7-10 pages long) over the novel Silas Marner complete with citations and bibliography.