FINN 340
Finnish Literature
Language Studies
College of Humanities
Course Description
Readings in Finnish literature; introduction to basic literary concepts. Includes International Cinema.
When Taught
Winter Odd Years
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Recommended
Finn 321 or equivalent experience
Note
Culminating course for GE Foreign Language requirement.
Title
Cultural Awareness and Self-Reflection
Learning Outcome
Students should be able to relate the ideas and issues raised by the works we study in class to the students' own socio-historical moment as well as to their experiences with contemporary Finnish culture and even value the expression of perspectives and opinions they do not necessarily share.
Title
Writing in Finnish
Learning Outcome
Students should begin to understand how to write and present well-organized, focused analyses interpreting literary texts and other cultural artifacts in Finnish.
Title
Future Learning
Learning Outcome
Students should better know how to understand, interpret, and thoughtfully reflect upon the literature and art they will encounter in later life.
Title
Cultural Literacy
Learning Outcome
Students should understand key trends and works from Finnish culture, recognize connections between these works, and be able to relate them to the development of contemporary Finnish culture and other cultural traditions.
