ENGL-227 Fiction

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 introduces the study of fiction through analysis and appreciation, emphasizing narrative techniques, character development, and themes. Students will explore a diverse range of authors and styles, examining how cultural and historical contexts shape fictional works. Through close reading and discussion, students will develop skills in interpreting and critiquing fiction, enhancing their understanding and enjoyment of this literary form.

Course Outcomes
1. Define narrative techniques and literary devices
2. Apply critical thinking to the analysis of fiction
3. Develop clear and coherent written arguments that analyze and interpret fiction

4. Examine fiction through a lens of global and cultural awareness
5. Participate constructively in discussions focused on the analysis and appreciation of fiction