Excerpts of Vicente Huidobro, Literatura hispanoamericana , Tomo II, Class Notes. Class participation is essential for this course. More than three unexcused absences will result in the loss of 1 pt. In the case of illness or death, written proof will be required. In all cases, it is necessary to contact me in advance in order for your absence to be excused.
All work is due on the dates indicated in the Plan .
Exceptions will be made only in the case of an excused absence. Because time is limited, and in-class discussion vital, the student is expected to read assignments carefully before each class. It is often helpful to scan the text once before engaging in a close reading. Read the introductory passages, skim the main body, and search for the author's main points and conclusions, identifying particularly interesting or challenging sections. Formulate the questions that you want to ask of the text, and then return to a careful reading, concentrating on the points that you have outlined.