ENGL 2202 - Introduction to Literary Studies
Credits: 3
Catalog Description
Students will study at least one example of each of the major forms/genres of literature: fiction, poetry, plays, and creative non-fiction. In addition to critical reading and discussion, the elements of literature, analysis, interpretation, and evaluation will be covered. The course will introduce students to major approaches to literary criticism and to the use and documentation of literature research resources. The course will also deal with the issues of diversity and may be organized around a particular topic.
Recommended Skills, Abilities, or Coursework: ENGL 1120 or ENGL 1121 with a grade of C or higher
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area(s) fulfilled: Goal 06A: The Humanities and Fine Arts, Goal 07A: Human Diversity, Race, Power, and Justice in the United States
Additional fee to student: No
Learner Outcomes
- Analyze fiction, creative non-fiction, poetry, and drama which may be selected from diverse cultures (US and others) and may be organized around a specific topic.
- Use various writing techniques in their literary analysis.
- Describe the technical elements of fiction, creative non-fiction, poetry, and drama.
- Incorporate resources when conducting research on literature.
- Understand critical theories and approaches in literary studies.
- Understand how literature reflects the norms and values of specific cultures at specific times and thus can be used as a lens through which to examine those norms and values.
- Identify the values and beliefs expressed in literature outside the traditional canon, especially by Black, Indigenous, and people of color writers.
- Comprehend the ways in which literature helps us celebrate differences and better understand ourselves, other people, and the world around us.
Major Areas of Course Content
- The study of various forms of literature
- Literary elements and devices as they are used in the literary genres
- Critical and/or affective writing in response to works of literature
- Critical approaches to literature (may include, but not be limited to, reader-response, feminist, biographical, historical, psychological, deconstruction, archetypal, and new criticism)
- Support for literary interpretations and evaluations
- The role of fiction, creative non-fiction, drama, and poetry as cultural, historical, political, and personal artifacts
- Race, ethnic group, gender, and class conflicts in literature
- Contributions of diverse writers to the literary canon
- An introduction to literature research resources (e.g., library reference works, pathfinders, online databases, websites, etc.)
Credit for Prior Learning Options
No credit for prior learning option is available for this course.
Course Notes
This course is also offered through Anoka-Ramsey’s Concurrent Enrollment Program.
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