Introduction to Literature II
Class: English 2020 (10426)
Credit: 3 hours credit
Location: C112
Time:
Semester: Spring 2005
Prerequisite: English 102
Final Exam Time and Date: Tuesday, May 3,
Instructor: Susanna Holmes
Clement 211
540-2779;
Office hours as posted on office door.
Required Text: DiYanni, Robert. Literature:
Reading Fiction, Poetry, and Drama. (5th Edition.)
Catalog Course Description: Selected readings of poems and plays; attention to major themes and development of general theater; critical analyses of representative works.
Methods of Instruction: Methods will include lecture, group discussion, film, and student presentations.
Objectives: to become acquainted with drama and poetry as literary art forms;
to acquire knowledge and skills for understanding these genres;
to recognize and analyze the major elements of drama and poetry, such as tone, structure, imagery, figurative language, etc.
to acquire a critical vocabulary for the study of poetry and drama;
to learn levels of interpretation and critical approaches;
to practice principles of effective composition in writing about literature.
Course Requirements: attendance
participation in class discussion
reading of all assigned material
critical essays
poetry explication
quizzes (no make-ups allowed - one grade dropped)
drama exam
final exam
Evaluations: essays 200 points
explication 100 points
quizzes 100 points
drama exam 200 points
final exam 200 points
800 points
720 - 800 points = A
640 - 719 points = B
560 - 639 points = C
480 - 559 points = D
Below 479 pts. = F
Tests, Make-up Work, and Attendance:
Late work, if accepted, may be penalized up to ten percent.
Students who miss a test or class work should discuss a make-up possibility with the instructor. There will be no make-ups for missed quizzes.
Students are expected to attend class and be on time. Excessive absences (more than three) may result in reduction of points or a failing grade.
The last day to drop or withdraw from the course (without a failing grade) is March 30, 2005.
Student Conduct:
Food and drink are not allowed in the classroom.
Any form of cheating will result in a failing grade. See student handbook regarding academic integrity.
Regular attendance and promptness are expected.
Disability Services: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, students are encouraged to register with the office of Counseling/Disability Services for possible assistance with accommodations. It is the student’s responsibility to voluntarily and confidentially provide appropriate documentation regarding the nature and extent of a disability. Students requesting special accommodation are strongly encouraged to contact the office of Counseling/Disability Services at the beginning of the semester.
Emergency Procedure: In case of emergency, students should be familiar with the escape plan and the Emergency Guidelines (the green booklet) located next to the classroom door. Should an emergency arise, students are to follow the directives of the professor.