This seminar will focus on experiencing poetry and prose in depth, acquiring presentation skills, and writing about literature.
授業概要
We will share songs, read poems, and also read prose works by Asian-American writers. We will focus on the theme of "the power of words."
テキスト
Michael Meyer, Poetry: An Introduction A. Robert Lee, Multicultural American Literature Other readings to be supplied as handouts.
参考文献・課題図書
Reference books will be introduced in class.
受講生への要望
Assigned readings myst be completed before each class. Active participation in discussion is essential.
評価方法
Class attendance / oral presentations / assignments / term paper
授業計画
１．Introduction: The power of words ２．Songs and lyrics ３．Reading poetry ４．Poetic forms ５．Images and symbols ６．Critical thinking and writing about poetry ７．Asian-American writers ８．Mary Yukari Waters, short stories and interviews ９．"The Way Love Works" 10．Amy Tan, essays 11．Asia and America 12．Family and memory 13．Critical thinking and writing about prose 14．Discussion: Do words have the power to change the world? 15．Writing a term paper
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