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120040 VO Literatures in English (2011S)
Metaphysical Poetry
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- Anmeldung von Mo 09.01.2012 00:00 bis Do 26.01.2012 23:59
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METHOD: Multi-media based lecture course (PPT is used throughout, occasional use of online resources, use of audio CDs and paintings) combined with interactive teaching (plenary discussion, opportunity to ask questions) supplemented by self-study. (The use of the e-learning platform 'Fronter' is being considered.)
Art der Leistungskontrolle und erlaubte Hilfsmittel
ASSESSMENT: Participants are required to study all the poems on the 'Reading List' (will be posted in March); selected poems will be discussed in class but students are expected to study the remaining texts on the 'Reading List' at home (self-study) in view of the written final exam; ability to interpret a poetic text and the detailed knowledge of the subject matters dealt with in the lecture units are indispensable to pass the final exam (90 mins; obligatory).
Mindestanforderungen und Beurteilungsmaßstab
AIMS: To familiarize students with some classics of English sacred and profane poetry and to introduce the audience to the lives, the world views and historical background of the major representatives of 17th c. Metaphysical Poetry; to alert students to the timeless and universal relevance of the spiritual and existential issues addressed in these poems; to introduce students to interdisciplinary approaches to literary interpretation and to advance their interpretative skills; to acquaint students with the poetic theories and poetic styles of these poets; to deepen students' cross-cultural understanding and linguistic proficiency.
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