The origins of th elegend of King Arthur in British and Continental writing and the development of Arthur in literature from the Middle Ages to the present century. The reading of a list of works agreed upon by the student and the department. The study of effective exposition and argumentation, with some attention to the principles of rhetoric and their application in written compositions. By permission of instructor only. The writing of essays, poems, and short stories.
Attention is given to the heroic ideal, romance, tragedy, lyric and satire.
This emphasis is combined with a close reading of texts and the writing of a series of essays, some of which reflect the student's ability to do research. This emphasis is combined with a close reading of texts and the writing of a series of essays, some of which reflect the student's ability to do research. Junior standing A study of literature for young readers from grades seven through twelve with presentation of appropriate bibliographies, indexes, review sources and teaching methods. Although this course may not be used to satisfy requirements for the major in English, it is required for English majors seeking certification for teaching and for all students seeking certification in library science. May not be used to satisfy general education requirements.