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JAPAN 350

Japanese Literature in Translation--Eighth Through Sixteenth Centuries

Course Description

Reading and discussing selected topics in Japanese literature (narrative, lyric, drama) from 700 through 1600 (Nara, Heian, and medieval periods).

When Taught

Fall

Grade Rule

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

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Title

Understanding expressions of human experience in literature

Learning Outcome

Students will demonstrate their understanding of the human aspects of premodern literature in verbal and written forms. A writing sample will be included in the individual student portfolio.

Title

Understand key works and genres in premodern literature

Learning Outcome

Students will demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of major works and genres in verbal and written forms.