To receive GWR certification, you must write a GWR-certifiable essay on one of these exams AND receive a grade of C or better in the class. ENGL 339 is designed to introduce both English majors and general education students to representative plays of all genres by William Shakespeare, perhaps the finest poet ever to write in English. ENGL 339 is designed to encourage YOUR interaction with and enjoyment of Shakespeare's plays. Each absence will affect the participation portion of your final grade. Please do not schedule local interviews during class time.
Readings are to be completed before class on the date assigned.
Familiarize yourself with study questions before you begin to read, and refer to guides as you go, noting relevant passages. After completing play, reread the questions and write a summary of your ideas. It will not be collected or graded, but you may be asked to share responses in class. Plot alone will NOT be sufficient to pass reading quizzes. Extra Credit available for written analysis of this production.