Literature Syllabus
Literature Syllabus
Literature Syllabus Course
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Course Title |
[COURSE TITLE] |
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Course Code |
[COURSE CODE] |
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Office Hours |
[OFFICE HOURS] |
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Class Location |
[CLASS LOCATION] |
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Class Time |
[CLASS TIME] |
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Class Duration |
[DATE] - [DATE] |
1. Course Description
This course dives deep into the realm of literature, exploring various genres, styles, and periods, the cultural and historical context of literary works, along with analytical techniques for interpreting text. Learners will also engage actively in thought-provoking discussions, readings, and assignments to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of literature.
2. Instructor Information
Name: [Your Name]
Company: [Your Company Name]
Email: [Your Email]
3. Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
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Develop critical reading skills and techniques for interpretation of texts.
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Identify and discuss major literary genres, including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama.
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Understand the cultural and historical context of various literary works.
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Compose thoughtful and carefully structured analyses of literary excerpts.
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Engage in meaningful literary discussions with peers to broaden perspective and understanding.
4. Course Schedule
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Week |
Topic |
Reading Assignment |
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1 |
Introduction to World Literature |
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2 |
Classic Literature: Ancient World |
The Epic of Gilgamesh |
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3 |
Greek and Roman Literature |
Excerpts from The Iliad by Homer, The Aeneid by Virgil |
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4 |
The Middle Ages |
Beowulf, The Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer |
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5 |
The Renaissance |
Selected Sonnets by William Shakespeare, Utopia by Thomas More |
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6 |
The Enlightenment |
Candide by Voltaire, A Modest Proposal by Jonathan Swift |
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7 |
Romanticism |
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, Songs of Innocence and Experience by William Blake |
5. Required Reading and Materials
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The Norton Anthology of Literature by Women
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A Brief History of Seven Killings by Marlon James
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Hamlet by Shakespeare
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The Art of Poetry by Shira Wolosky
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The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
6. Assignments and Assessments
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Critical Reading Responses: Submit weekly responses on set readings for the week.
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Literary Analysis Paper: Write a detailed analysis on a chosen literary work.
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Class Participation: Engage in class discussions and activities.
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Midterm Exam: A written exam covering all materials prior to the midterm week.
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Final Exam: A comprehensive written exam covering all course materials.
7. Course Policy
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Attendance: Regular participation in class is obligatory.
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Late Assignments: Late submissions may result in reduced marks.
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Academic Integrity: Cases of academic dishonesty will be dealt with seriously.
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Respect in Class: Respectful and professional behavior in discussions and interactions is expected.
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Unique Contribution: Students are encouraged to express their unique perspective on assigned works.
8. Grading Policy
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Grade Component |
Percentage |
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Assignments |
40% |
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Participation |
10% |
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Midterm Exam |
20% |
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Final Exam |
30% |
Disclaimer
The instructor is perpetually engaged in efforts to ensure the utmost accuracy of the syllabus. Despite these persistent endeavors, there may be unique instances where there may be deviations from the planned syllabus content. It is important to understand that these potential deviations wouldn't be arbitrary or careless omissions but could possibly arise due to certain legitimate and justified reasons. The syllabus is not an inflexible document and in some cases, adaptations might be required, but these are not to be viewed as a result of oversight or neglect on the part of the instructor.
