Literature - Critical Study
Overview & Learning Outcomes: Literature - Critical Study, we focus on the close reading of texts. "Close reading is the art of reading a text with the intention of understanding both its fabric and its purpose. The close reader does not simply access the text, but maintains a critical perspective, constantly asking questions about the provenance, structure and purpose of the writing" (ibo.org).
Throughout this part of the course, we will:
Throughout this part of the course, we will:
- Explore literary works in detail.
- Analyze elements such as theme and the ethical stance or moral values of literary texts.
- Understand and make appropriate use of literary terms.