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ENGL 384R

Author Studies

English College of Humanities

Course Description

In-depth study of one author's corpus and its attendant contexts, ideas, history, criticism, and scholarly discourse.

When Taught

Fall and Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Title

Literary History and Context

Learning Outcome

Interpret, analyze, and synthesize the historical and literary contexts, genres and themes, and ethical dimensions of an author’s life and representative works.

Title

Critical Conversation

Learning Outcome

Discuss and apply significant secondary scholarship and critical perspectives on an author’s works.

Title

Research and Writing

Learning Outcome

Develop an effective, polished written argument that draws upon independent research in relevant digital and print sources.

Title

Reflection

Learning Outcome

Articulate the value of analyzing the chosen author for various purposes and audiences, including for professional and personal life.