Universität Wien

120066 VO Introduction to the Study of Literatures in English (2010W)

4.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 12 - Anglistik

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Details

Language: English

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

Tuesday 12.10. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal C1 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-O1-03
Tuesday 19.10. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal C1 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-O1-03
Tuesday 09.11. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal C1 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-O1-03
Tuesday 16.11. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal C1 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-O1-03
Tuesday 23.11. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal C1 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-O1-03
Tuesday 30.11. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal C1 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-O1-03
Tuesday 07.12. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal C1 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-O1-03
Tuesday 14.12. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal C1 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-O1-03
Tuesday 11.01. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal C1 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-O1-03
Tuesday 18.01. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal C1 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-O1-03

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

This lecture course will introduce students to the basic skills and competences needed for dealing with literary texts independently. These comprise a knowledge of when and how to use which reading strategies to come to a better understanding of a literary text as well as insight into reading practices and critical theories that form the basis of an interpretation. At the same time, students will be introduced to the relevant terminology needed to deal with literature on a professional level.

Assessment and permitted materials

written final exam

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

This class aims at providing students with critical tools and reading strategies that allow them to deal with literary texts autonomously, and to expose students to a range of texts that broaden their horizons, challenge their thinking, and give them a chance to practice their reading skills.

Examination topics

lecture class with interactive elements

Reading list

Shakespeare, Hamlet
Charlotte Bronte, Jane Eyre
additional material will be provided in a reader (available at the beginning of term) and on the moodle platform

Association in the course directory

Studium: Diplom 343, UF 344, BA 612, EC 121;
Code/Modul: 301, BA1;
Lehrinhalt: 12-0087

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