ENGL-221 Introduction to Literature

Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into ACRD-090, ACRD-091 or ACRD-092, completion of ELAP-110 with a minimum grade of 2.0, or successful completion of ACRD-080; Successful completion of ENGL-101 or ENGL-103 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
This course provides an introduction to a variety of literary styles and themes and explains writing forms such as drama fiction nonfiction and poetry. Selections include a variety of authors countries and periods.

Course Outcomes

Critical Thinking Students will:
1. Closely read, analyze and interpret a variety of texts using relevant theoretical approaches commonly used in English courses.
2. Support analyses and interpretations with textual evidence in written work and class discussions (both in class and online).
3. Appropriately use and document outside sources that are considered credible, valid and relevant within the field to further support analyses and interpretations when necessary.
Global/Cultural Awareness Students will:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of how and why diverse viewpoints exist based on a complex system that includes, but is not limited to, religion, culture, ethnicity, race, socioeconomic level, political beliefs, gender identity, historical influences, and/or educational level.
2. Demonstrate awareness of how a text can perform several functions, such as social critiques, normalizing narratives, and commentaries on the human condition.
Citizenship/Learning Community Students will:
1. Participate collegially in class discussions (in person and/or online) that examine multiple interpretations of assigned texts.
2. Recognize the validity of differing interpretations when presented with appropriate supporting evidence.
3. Gain an understanding of how one’s own reading of a text can benefit through participation in a learning community.