552.260 (20S) Introduction to Literary Studies II a
Overview
- Lecturer
- LV Nummer Südostverbund ENK02001UL
- Course title german Introduction to Literary Studies II a
- Type Proseminar (continuous assessment course )
- Hours per Week 2.0
- ECTS credits 3.0
- Registrations 20 (25 max.)
- Organisational unit
- Language of instruction Englisch
- Course begins on 03.03.2020
- eLearning Go to Moodle course
Time and place
Course Information
Intended learning outcomes
By way of hands-on lecture input, student projects and presentations as well as self-directed studying, students will practice and thus acquire critical/cultural thinking skills that will help them develop a critical understanding and appreciation of literary/media texts and its various facets.
Teaching methodology including the use of eLearning tools
Dynamic lecture inputs for theoretical and basic background; close readings of reading assignments; in-class discussions; presentations (topic of student choice)... and much more.
Course content
Introduction to Literary Studies II a will provide students with an accessible and comprehensive “overview” of literature. Systematically taking in theory, genre and other literary topics, we will cover easy-to-understand descriptions of a variety of approaches to texts. This course includes sections on fiction, poetry, drama, film and more, covering a range of theoretical approaches and major literary and cinematic terms.
Introduction to Literary Studies II a is a continuation to Introduction to Literary Studies I. The aim of this course is to help students gain the skills necessary in the analysis and interpretation of a literary text. Students will first be introduced to major literary theory that will help them analyse a literary text both in class and at home. At the end of the summer term, it is expected that students will be able to independently analyse and interpret a literary text from a critical perspective.
Primarily tackling unique themes and concepts of fiction, drama, film and, at times, other related topics, students are encouraged to learn the basic principles, allowing them to gain a deeper understanding of literary texts. Specific examples will then highlight the importance of taking a closer look at what makes analysing literary texts so fascinating.
Carefully chosen examples which make the subject easier to understand and highlight specific themes and concepts: to be announced (in class).
Important: Please check the syllabus on Moodle for further information!
Literature
Reading packets will be provided in digital form on a regular basis. There is no need to buy any books.
Examination information
Examination methodology
Active participation, presentation, term paper.
Examination topic(s)
Topic of student choice (must be connected to the topics of this course).
Assessment criteria / Standards of assessment for examinations
Final grade is an aggregate (three pillars of assessment):
30% active participation
30% presentation of student project
40% term paper
Grading scheme
Grade / Grade grading schemePosition in the curriculum
- Bachelor-Lehramtsstudium Bachelor Unterrichtsfach Englisch
(SKZ: 407, Version: 17W.2)
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Subject: Anglophone Literary Studies I: Introduction
(Compulsory subject)
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ENK.002 Introduction to Literary Studies II (
2.0h PS / 3.0 ECTS)
- 552.260 Introduction to Literary Studies II a (2.0h PS / 3.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 2. Semester empfohlen
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ENK.002 Introduction to Literary Studies II (
2.0h PS / 3.0 ECTS)
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Subject: Anglophone Literary Studies I: Introduction
(Compulsory subject)
- Bachelor-Lehramtsstudium Bachelor Unterrichtsfach Englisch
(SKZ: 407, Version: 15W.2)
-
Subject: Anglophone Literary Studies I: Introduction
(Compulsory subject)
-
ENK.002 Introduction to Literary Studies II (
2.0h PS / 3.0 ECTS)
- 552.260 Introduction to Literary Studies II a (2.0h PS / 3.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 2. Semester empfohlen
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ENK.002 Introduction to Literary Studies II (
2.0h PS / 3.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Anglophone Literary Studies I: Introduction
(Compulsory subject)
- Bachelor-Lehramtsstudium Bachelor Unterrichtsfach Englisch
(SKZ: 407, Version: 19W.2)
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Subject: Anglophone Literary Studies I: Introduction
(Compulsory subject)
-
ENK.002 Introduction to Literary Studies II (
2.0h PS / 3.0 ECTS)
- 552.260 Introduction to Literary Studies II a (2.0h PS / 3.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 2. Semester empfohlen
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ENK.002 Introduction to Literary Studies II (
2.0h PS / 3.0 ECTS)
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Subject: Anglophone Literary Studies I: Introduction
(Compulsory subject)
- Bachelor's degree programme English and American Studies
(SKZ: 612, Version: 15W.3)
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Subject: Fachliches Grund- und Aufbaustudium Literature
(Compulsory subject)
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Module: Grundstudium Literature
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5.1 Introduction to Literary Studies II (
0.0h PS / 3.0 ECTS)
- 552.260 Introduction to Literary Studies II a (2.0h PS / 3.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 2. Semester empfohlen
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5.1 Introduction to Literary Studies II (
0.0h PS / 3.0 ECTS)
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Module: Grundstudium Literature
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Subject: Fachliches Grund- und Aufbaustudium Literature
(Compulsory subject)
- Bachelor's degree programme English and American Studies
(SKZ: 612, Version: 10W.3)
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Subject: Literature
(Compulsory elective)
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Issues in Literature (
2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
- 552.260 Introduction to Literary Studies II a (2.0h PS / 4.0 ECTS)
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Issues in Literature (
2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
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Subject: Literature
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme English and American Studies
(SKZ: 612, Version: 10W.3)
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Subject: Culture
(Compulsory elective)
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Issues in Culture (
2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
- 552.260 Introduction to Literary Studies II a (2.0h PS / 4.0 ECTS)
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Issues in Culture (
2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
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Subject: Culture
(Compulsory elective)
Equivalent courses for counting the examination attempts
- Wintersemester 2024/25
- Sommersemester 2024
- Wintersemester 2023/24
- Sommersemester 2023
- Wintersemester 2022/23
- Sommersemester 2022
- Wintersemester 2021/22
- Sommersemester 2021
- Wintersemester 2020/21
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Sommersemester 2020
- 552.261 PS Introduction to Literary Studies II b (2.0h / 3.0ECTS)
- Wintersemester 2019/20
- Sommersemester 2019
- Wintersemester 2018/19
- Sommersemester 2018
- Wintersemester 2017/18
- Sommersemester 2017
- Wintersemester 2016/17
- Sommersemester 2016
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Wintersemester 2015/16
- 552.260 PS Introduction to Literary Studies II a (2.0h / 3.0ECTS)