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Course Description
Course Description
How has the comic book (aka "graphic novel"), and the stories as well as characters that it produces, become such an essential part of storytelling in America? They have had a far-reaching impact on literature, film, art and culture-definition for generations, but why? This course traces the U.S history of the comic book genre from its emergence as newspaper strips in the late 19th century, through the age of superhero comics, and forward to modern comics and graphic novels. Throughout the semester, we will read, and watch, comic books and also write our own creative creations in the genre.
Fall and Spring Semesters (20 week course)
Fall and Spring Semesters (20 week course)
Learning Outcomes and Skills
Learning Outcomes and Skills
Students will…
Have an understanding of the history of graphic novels, their cultural and political context and their impact on today's world.
Understand how the format of a Graphic Novel impacts literature, analyze and compare Graphic Novels with other traditional forms of literature
Collaborate with peers, engage in discussions and presentations
Write, edit & discuss their own original work
Topics of Study
Topics of Study
History of Graphic Novels
Comic Strips
Comic Books
Notable Authors
Literary Analysis
Graphic Novel Terminology
Close Reading
Writing Graphic Novels
Storyboarding
Editing & Proofreading
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