ENGL 370 - Genre Studies

3 Credits

This course is designed to allow students to engage in a close study of one specific genre of literature. The objective of this course is an in-depth focus on the qualities and characteristics of the genre under study. Courses may include, but are not limited to: the novel, the short story, poetry, children’s literature, film, epic literature, or graphic novels. Course focus is on the experience of the various forms of literature, the interpretation and evaluation of literature. This course will use critically thinking and writing exercises to develop student’s stylistic maturity and sophistication of thought. Assignments will include essays, quizzes, and oral presentations. Genre/Subject under study will vary depending on instructor. Pre-requisite: ENGL 110, ENGL 210. Course can be repeated upwards of three times with varied course topics.

Possible topics include:

Modern American Novel
Studies in Poetry
Graphic Novel
Epic Tradition
Children’s Literature
Young Adult Literature

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ENGL 370 - Genre Studies