UNI270 Introduction to English LiteratureIstinye UniversityDegree Programs Electrical and Electronic Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: UNI270
Course Name: Introduction to English Literature
Semester: Spring
Fall
Course Credits:
ECTS
5
Language of instruction: English
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: University Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator: Dr. Öğr. Üy. HATİCE YURTTAŞ
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üy. HATİCE YURTTAŞ
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

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.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) To develop awareness of the critical frameworks and categories relevant to the study of short story.
2) To locate specific literary genres in historical and cultural context
3) To acquire a critical vocabulary relevant to the discussion of prose fiction
4) To gain interpretative skills in reading a selection of illustrative texts- short stories from different periods in literary history
5) To write essays using a documentation style (APA)

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) 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.
2) Writing about literature: Writing an essay and documentation Norton, pp. 12-19; 29-51 Linda Brewer’s “20/20” pp. 16-17
3) Writing about literature: Writing a response paper and documentation (APA and MLA) Raymond Carver’s “Cathedral” pp. 32-42
4) Writing a response paper and documentation Perrine’s literature, ss. 38-43 The Norton introduction pp. 1885- 1970
5) Writing a response paper and documentation Nadine Gordimer,“Once upon a time”, ss 234- 239 Perrine’s Literature, pp. 234- 239
6) Forms and elements of short story: Plot: A Family Supper Perrine’s literature, pp. 97- 104; 133- 141 Norton, pp. 85-145
7) Characterization Perrine’s literature: Katherine Mansfield, “Miss Brill” pp. 155- 159
8) Point of view Norton: Edgar Allan Poe “The Cask Amontillado” pp. 178- 184 Perrine’s Literature Chapter 5 Midterm assignment deadline
9) Theme Gabriel Garcia Marquez, “A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings: A Tale for Children,” Norton Chapter 5 Perrine’s Literature Chapter 4
10) Setting Anton Chekhov, “The Lady with the Dog” Norton Chapter 4
11) Symbol Perrine’s literature: Charlotte Perkins Gilman, “The Yellow Wallpaper” pp. 310-323 Norton Chapter 5
12) Symbol and fantasy Nathaniel Howthorne, The Birthmark, Perrine’s Literature p. 415.
13) Tone D. H. Lawrence’s The Rocking-Horse Winner Perrine’s Literature p. 297
14) Revision Deadline for the final assignment

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Mays. K.J. (2017). The Norton introduction to literature. New York: W.W. Norton & Company (ss. 1-466)
Johnson, G and Thomas R. Arp (2018). Perrine’s literature: structure, sound and sense. Boston: Cengage Learning (ss. 1-387)
References: Robert, Edgars V &Robert Zweig. Literature: An Introduction to Reading and Writing. Longman.
Klarer M. (1999). An introduction to literary studies. London: Routledge.

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Has sufficient knowledge in mathematics and natural sciences.
2) Has sufficient knowledge in Electrical and Electronics engineering–specific subjects.
3) Has the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, and Electrical and Electronics engineering to solve complex engineering problems.
4) Has the ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems, and to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
5) Has the ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements, and to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
6) Has the ability to select and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems encountered in engineering practice, and to use information technologies effectively.
7) Has the ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex engineering problems or Electrical and Electronics engineering–specific research topics.
8) Has the ability to work effectively in disciplinary teams.
9) Has the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
10) Has the ability to work individually.
11) Has the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form; has knowledge of at least one foreign language; writes effective reports, understands written reports, prepares design and production reports, makes effective presentations, and gives and receives clear and understandable instructions.
12) Has awareness of the necessity for lifelong learning; accesses information, follows developments in science and technology, and continuously renews oneself.
13) Acts in accordance with ethical principles; has knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities and of the standards used in engineering practices.
14) Has knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management.
15) Has awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
16) Has knowledge of sustainable development.
17) Has knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety on a universal and societal scale, and awareness of contemporary issues reflected in the field of engineering.
18) Has awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Has sufficient knowledge in mathematics and natural sciences.
2) Has sufficient knowledge in Electrical and Electronics engineering–specific subjects.
3) Has the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, and Electrical and Electronics engineering to solve complex engineering problems.
4) Has the ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems, and to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
5) Has the ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements, and to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
6) Has the ability to select and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems encountered in engineering practice, and to use information technologies effectively.
7) Has the ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex engineering problems or Electrical and Electronics engineering–specific research topics.
8) Has the ability to work effectively in disciplinary teams.
9) Has the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
10) Has the ability to work individually.
11) Has the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form; has knowledge of at least one foreign language; writes effective reports, understands written reports, prepares design and production reports, makes effective presentations, and gives and receives clear and understandable instructions.
12) Has awareness of the necessity for lifelong learning; accesses information, follows developments in science and technology, and continuously renews oneself.
13) Acts in accordance with ethical principles; has knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities and of the standards used in engineering practices.
14) Has knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management.
15) Has awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
16) Has knowledge of sustainable development.
17) Has knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety on a universal and societal scale, and awareness of contemporary issues reflected in the field of engineering.
18) Has awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Assessment & Grading

Değerlendirme Yöntemleri ve Kriterleri Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
total % 100