New literature syllabus

Here is a sample literature syllabus for a college-level course:

Course Title: Introduction to Literature

Course Description: This course is an introduction to the study of literature, exploring the ways in which writers use language to create meaning and convey human experience. We will read a diverse range of texts from different genres, periods, and cultures, and analyze their literary devices, themes, and historical contexts.

Course Objectives:

• To develop critical reading and thinking skills through the analysis of literary texts
• To understand the historical and cultural contexts in which literary works were written
• To identify and analyze literary devices, such as imagery, symbolism, and character development
• To explore the ways in which literature reflects and shapes our understanding of the human experience
• To develop effective writing and communication skills through the writing of literary analyses and critiques

Course Outline:

Week 1: Introduction to Literature

• Overview of the course and its objectives
• Introduction to literary analysis and critical thinking
• Reading: "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe

Week 2-3: American Literature

• Reading: "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne
• Analysis of themes, characters, and historical context
• Writing assignment: Analytical essay on a character from "The Scarlet Letter"

Week 4-5: British Literature

• Reading: "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen
• Analysis of themes, characters, and historical context
• Writing assignment: Analytical essay on a theme from "Pride and Prejudice"

Week 6-7: World Literature

• Reading: "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini
• Analysis of themes, characters, and cultural context
• Writing assignment: Analytical essay on a character from "The Kite Runner"

Week 8-9: Contemporary Literature

• Reading: "The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao" by Junot Díaz
• Analysis of themes, characters, and cultural context
• Writing assignment: Analytical essay on a theme from "The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao"

Week 10: Final Project

• Students will choose a literary work from the course and write a comprehensive analysis, including a thesis statement, textual evidence, and analysis of literary devices
• Final project will be presented in class and discussed

Assessment:

• Class participation and attendance: 20%
• Writing assignments: 40%
• Final project: 30%
• Quizzes and exams: 10%

Required Texts:

• "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe
• "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne
• "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen
• "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini
• "The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao" by Junot Díaz

Recommended Texts:

• "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald
• "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee
• "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood
• "The Color Purple" by Alice Walker

Additional Resources:

• Online resources, such as literary criticism and analysis websites
• Audio and video recordings of literary works
• Guest lectures and discussions with visiting authors and scholars

Grading Scale:

• A: 90-100%
• B: 80-89%
• C: 70-79%
• D: 60-69%
• F: Below 60%

Academic Integrity:

• Plagiarism and academic dishonesty will not be tolerated
• All written work must be original and properly cited
• Any instances of academic dishonesty will result in a failing grade for the assignment and/or the course

Disability Accommodations:

• Students with disabilities should contact the instructor or the Disability Services office to discuss accommodations and support services

Contact Information:

• Instructor: [Name]
• Office Hours: [List]
• Email: [Email]
• Phone: [Phone number]

Office Hours:

• [List]

Office Location:

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I hope this sample syllabus helps!