Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2018 - WL 200 D100

How to Do Things with World Literature (3)

Class Number: 7900

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Mon, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Dec 12, 2018
    Wed, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Instructor:

    Melek Ortabasi
    mso1@sfu.ca
    1 778 782-8660

  • Prerequisites:

    six units in World Literature, including one W course.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Introduces major theoretical approaches to literature and fundamental techniques of literary analysis. Develops students' critical skills for analytical writing about literature in comparative, cross-cultural contexts.

COURSE DETAILS:

In this course you will explore the various schools of modern literary criticism. You will become acquainted with the various ways in which scholars have tried to interpret literature, and will learn how to read texts using the tools they have developed. Readings include literary texts from all over the globe, read both comparatively and in the context of a textbook that will introduce you to various types of literary thought. Through this process, you will learn new ways of reading – and writing – about world literature.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

By the end of this course, students should be able to:
•         show in a sophisticated fashion how texts yield a variety of readings
•         examine texts using a variety of critical terminology 
•         explore the ethical assumptions behind your own critical position as a reader of texts and to negotiate with positions different            from your own
•         locate selected works in historical and cultural contexts

Grading

  • Attendance and Active Participation 10%
  • Reading question responses 10%
  • Midterm 25%
  • Final Exam 25%
  • 5-Page Case Analyses 2 x 15 = 30%

NOTES:

Textbook will be made available online through SFU Library. Additional literary and theory texts will be made available on Canvas.

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Fitzgerald, F. Scott. The Great Gatsby. Penguin Books, 2007.

Kafka, Franz. The Metamorphosis and Other Stories. Dover, 1996.

Registrar Notes:

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