LIT 200 - Studies in Literary Form

Credit(s) 3.00
Lecture Hours: 3.00
This literature appreciation course offers an introduction to the major literary genres: the short story, poetry, drama and the novel. Emphasis is on developing an appreciation of literature through learning the basic elements of each genre and applying those elements as tools of literary interpretation.

Prerequisite(s): ENG 105 or ENG 107
SLOs:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Identify each genre’s characteristic elements.
Use these elements in oral and written analysis of literature.
Recognize the relationship between analysis and appreciation.
Write formal critical essays in which they evaluate literature, connecting it to other works, their own ideas, experiences, and opinions.
Respond to the readings through informal writing and through classroom discussion.
The major goal of Introduction to Literature is to enrich the students’ reading experiences through examination of the elements necessary for analysis of the various genres of literature. Students will also develop the ability to appreciate literature as they become more familiar with classical and contemporary works in the various genres.