Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2019 - WL 301W D100

Writing and Research (3)

Class Number: 1346

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 3 – Dec 2, 2019: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–2:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Instructor:

    Azadeh Yamini-Hamedani
    aya23@sfu.ca
    1 778 782-8761

  • Prerequisites:

    45 units including nine units in World Literature.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Helps students develop more advanced critical thinking and writing skills through a selected topic in world literature. Explores specific literary research methods such as formulating a research question, engaging with secondary sources, and creating a strong authorial voice. Writing.

COURSE DETAILS:


WRITING AND RESEARCH: ON CREATIVITY AND THE WORK OF ART



How is art relevant in leading a meaningful life? How does novelty change the way we experience the world? Why is it important to be creative? Spending time with various works of art we will explore the significance of creativity for shaping the self and the world. While learning how to write and research we will venture to see the imaginative potential in a structured academic context. Our readings will include the magnificent insights of Nietzsche, Dali, Freud, Banksy, Adorno, and Benjamin, alongside the wonders of the Islamic Art world.


COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:


By the end of this course, students should be able to:

  • formulate a thesis statement that taps into the ambiguity of a given work
  • develop an eye for details to do close-readings
  • explore the implications of your analysis
  • unpack the assumptions in a reading
  • engage in a critical dialogue with your research

Grading

  • Attendance / Active Participation 10%
  • Presentation 10%
  • Midterm Paper (working and final draft) 10% + 20%
  • Final Paper (working and final draft) 10% + 30%
  • Art Project 10%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

All readings are available online.

Registrar Notes:

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