ENGL C249 Multi-Ethnic Literature
CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course studies the contributions to American
literature by African Americans, Latino Americans, Asian
Americans, and Native Americans.
REQUISITES
Advisory: Level 1 Reading and Level 1 Writing
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will
be able to
- understand the literary elements of plot, structure,
character, theme, and imagery.
- apply the literary elements of plot, structure,
character, theme, and imagery to a specific literary work.
- explain the extent to which literature mirrors or shapes
historical and social attitudes with particular emphasis on
the roles, images, and concerns of ethnic groups as
expressed in literature.
- understand the major contributions these ethnic groups
have made to American literature.
- analyze race as it relates to literature.
- describe the major themes, forms, and trends in ethnic
literature.
v 5.11.07 |
 This
course is also offered as
an Honors Program course.
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