Course Objectives: |
This course focuses on prose fiction as a main literary genre in the contemporary world. The course addresses the elements of prose fiction such as plot, character, setting, and point of view through a selection of short stories of various sub-genres. |
Course Content: |
This course examines the concept of genre in order to introduce some of the thematic structures and critical perspectives that underpin English literary studies. The course mainly focuses on the structure and components of prose fiction- mainly on short story and dicusses the elements of prose fiction such as plot, character, setting, symbol, allegory, point of view, and theme. The lecturers will explore a range of texts to illustrate particular formal and stylistic qualities, and to question the relationship between literary genre and social, historical, or cultural context. The course will also revise writing research paper and documentation (APA). It introduces some key critics and theorists of genre and reflect on the role of criticism in the formation of literary canons and traditions.
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Related Preparation |
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Meet & Greet
Introduction of the syllabus
What is literature? What is fiction? Genres and Subgenres |
The Norton introduction to literature, pp. 1-9.
“The elephant in the village of the blind” pp. 13-14. |
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Writing about literature: Writing an essay and documentation |
Norton, pp. 12-19; 29-51
Linda Brewer’s “20/20” pp. 16-17 |
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Writing about literature: Writing a response paper and documentation (APA and MLA) |
Raymond Carver’s “Cathedral” pp. 32-42 |
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Writing a response paper and documentation |
Perrine’s literature, ss. 38-43
The Norton introduction pp. 1885- 1970 |
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Writing a response paper and documentation |
Nadine Gordimer,“Once upon a time”, ss 234- 239
Perrine’s Literature, pp. 234- 239 |
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Forms and elements of short story: Plot: A Family Supper |
Perrine’s literature, pp. 97- 104; 133- 141
Norton, pp. 85-145 |
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Characterization |
Perrine’s literature: Katherine Mansfield, “Miss Brill” pp. 155- 159 |
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Point of view |
Norton: Edgar Allan Poe “The Cask Amontillado” pp. 178- 184 Perrine’s Literature Chapter 5
Midterm assignment deadline
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Theme |
Gabriel Garcia Marquez, “A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings: A Tale for Children,” Norton Chapter 5
Perrine’s Literature Chapter 4 |
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Setting |
Anton Chekhov, “The Lady with the Dog”
Norton Chapter 4 |
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Symbol |
Perrine’s literature: Charlotte Perkins Gilman, “The Yellow Wallpaper” pp. 310-323
Norton Chapter 5 |
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Symbol and fantasy |
Nathaniel Howthorne, The Birthmark, Perrine’s Literature p. 415. |
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Tone |
D. H. Lawrence’s The Rocking-Horse Winner
Perrine’s Literature p. 297 |
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Revision
Deadline for the final assignment |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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Adequate knowledge of mathematics, science and biomedical engineering disciplines; Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in solving complex engineering problems. |
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Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex biomedical engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. |
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Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. |
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Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in biomedical engineering practices; Ability to use information technologies effectively. |
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Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex biomedical engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics. |
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Ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; individual working skills. |
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Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language, ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions. |
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Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and constantly renew oneself. |
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Knowledge of ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility, and standards used in engineering practices. |
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Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation; information about sustainable development. |
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Information about the effects of biomedical engineering practices on health, environment and safety in universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of engineering; Awareness of the legal consequences of biomedical engineering solutions. |
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