This course is meant to continue instruction in composition and to introduce students to the analysis of literary texts. Students will read, compare, and analyze works of poetry, drama, prose fiction, and non-fiction from a variety of literary periods. Class discussion, essays, and in-class writing will form the greater share of the student s work. The course will also introduce students to literary research techniques, including effective library research and the proper and responsible documentation of sources.
Attendance is, of course, mandatory.
Required Texts Hacker, Diana. Late papers will not be accepted. Quizzes will not necessarily be announced. The midterm and the final will be in-class essay exams. Plagiarism in any form will not be tolerated.