Studies in literature is designed for students from a wide variety of linguistic and cultural backgrounds who have experience of using the language of the course in an educational context. This course of study will focus primarily on literary texts, adopting a variety of approaches to textual criticism. Students explore the nature of literature, the aesthetic function of literary language and textuality, and the relationship between literature and the world.

Ask any successful person the secret to their success and they will tell you that practice and hard work played a major role in their achievements. Regardless of your current skill level, you can improve. The recipe for success in this class is simple:

MAINTAIN a positive attitude toward yourself and your classmates

ENGAGE in meaningful interaction with your classmates

PRACTICE reading, writing, listening, and speaking on a daily basis

TAKE RISKS! To grow as a learner until you must choose to leave your comfort zone.

Becoming educated is about gaining information and skill, but it is also about personal development. To do this, you need to face challenges, make good choices, set priorities, learn to work with others, learn to manage your time wisely, and work hard.

Learning is not ‘jumping through hoops’, crossing off checklists, and regurgitating facts. Anyone can accomplish rote learning (memorization). But rote learning will NOT develop you as a learner or advance your understanding and critical thinking skills. Only when you push yourself, will you see real development. So, do yourself a favor and work to EARN the skills that will take you places in life.

Our class is what WE make it!!! This WILL be a place where ALL students feel SAFE. A place where learning is the primary purpose and a place where everyone is seen as a valuable member and contributor to OUR CLASS.

Welcome to our class,

William Franck