A man should hear a little music, read a little poetry, and see a fine picture every day of his life, in order that worldly cares may not obliterate the sense of the beautiful which God has implanted in the human soul
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Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Poetry is nearer to vital truth than history.
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Plato |
Poetry may make us from time to time a little more aware of the deeper, unnamed feelings which form the substratum of our being, to which we rarely penetrate; for our lives are mostly a constant evasion of ourselves.
~
T. S. Eliot |
 Course
Outline
| Course |
English Survey 2100 |
School |
College
of Arts and Sciences |
Department |
Department
of Languages, Literature and Philosophy |
Meetings |
This
Course is a Hybrid Course: 1/2 F2F, 1/2 Online |
Catalog
Description |
Examination of literature as an expression of the humanities through study of several complete works from at least two historical periods, two genres, and two cultures/countries. Includes an essay or project involving documentation. |
Course Goals
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The
purpose of this course is to introduce you to a variety of literary elements and ideas that have influenced our world and culture. We will begin by reading poetry from around the world, and through the ages. We will then explore how the poetic forms and styles influenced other literary forms (particularly plays) and movements throughout each literary era, and discuss the ways that poetry might continue to influence us today.
There will be three major areas in which you will work
this semester. First, you will read. You will read poetry, plays and critical essays. You will read emails. You will read other
people's work. You will read web sites. Second, you will
write. You will write responses to discussions.
You will write in groups. You will write two essays: mid-term & final. Finally, you will take quizzes
(4). The quizzes are designed to help you to see where
you still need work, and to let you know the progress
you're making in familiarizing yourself with the important terms and concepts from the course. The class is demanding. However, if you're taking this course in an effort to enhance
your understanding of the world around you, it can be fun. If
not, then . . . hummm. . . why are you here? |
Course
Outcomes
- To
develop an analytical and critical eye towards the
social and political concerns of our world today
- To
develop a firm grasp of the history and development
of the poetry and plays as a literary form
- To
better recognize the differences in social and cultural
creative arts communities
- To
practice good written
and verbal skills
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Course
Requirements
Attendance
is required and necessary since this is a participation-oriented
class. More than four absences are grounds for failure.
There will be times in the semester when you really
need the days off, so don't miss class without good
reason.
If you know you are going to miss a class, let me know.
You are responsible for finding out what you missed
and what assignments are due for the next class. If
you miss a class, FIRST, ask your classmates,
then feel free to ask me. Missed assignments will not
be excused because of absences. Athletes: any special
arrangements for athletes must be made with the professor
at least two weeks prior to the event.
Do not come late to class. If you arrive more than 10
minutes late, for any reason, you will be marked as
absent. Likewise for leaving class early. Also, three
times tardy equals an absence. Late attendance and absences
will affect your participation grade. If you miss more
than four (two, TR) classes, you will not receive an
"A" for your participation grade.
You
are expected to be prepared for every meeting. This
means completing all reading and writing assignments
on time. Failure to do so will greatly affect your participation
grade. |
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