This seminar will focus on reading prose and poetry in depth, acquiring presentation skills, and writing about literature.
授業概要
We will read prose works by Asian American writers, read poems, analyze film, and share songs and lyrics. We will also focus on critical thinking and writing.
テキスト
Reading materials to be supplied as handouts.
参考文献・課題図書
Joseph F. Trimmer, A Guide to MLA Documentation Thesis Sample Pages Other reference books will be introduced in class.
受講生への要望
Assigned readings must 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．Reading American stories ２．Reading poetry ３．Analyzing lyrics and films ４．Why do we write? ５．Critical approaches: prose, poetry, lyrics ６．Examples of biographical criticism ７．Examples of cultural studies ８．Examples of social criticsm ９．Examples of gender studies 10．Writing academic English 11．Writing about literature 12．Perspectives: Author, poet, reader 13．Bibliography 14．Completing a paper 15．Dicussion: Peer review and sharing ideas
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