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ENGL 389R

American Literature after 1800

English College of Humanities

Course Description

Representative writers, genres, and literary trends of American literature after 1800.

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

Critical Literary Analysis

Learning Outcome

Read, write, and speak critically and analytically about American literature after 1800.

Title

Literary History and Context

Learning Outcome

Interpret, analyze, and synthesize the historical literary traditions, representative authors, and genres of American literature after 1800.

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 American literature for various purposes and audiences, including for professional and personal life.