We will evaluate the use of various literary techniques including autobiography, allegory, the graphic novel, and epic poetry. At the end of the course students will have a well-rounded understanding of the vast repertoire that is modern literature. Most novels will be read within one week. Students are expected to draft questions for class discussions for each text. For many of the texts, students will be required to write a two page reflective response to some aspect of the narrative.
Attendance is mandatory.
Each student is allowed three unexcused absences. The fourth absence will affect grades negatively.