Other writers are concerned with political oppression and social change. There are yet a number of them who seek to expose and undermine the processes of role formation. The selection of readings is based on various types of literary expression, and modes of self-representation which include novel, short fiction, epistolary writing, testimonios, poetry, drama, and essay. Original texts are studied along with selected critical studies. The course is conducted in Spanish with the exception of occasional bibliographical readings in English.
Regular attendance is required.
Students are expected to prepare assignments, study the reading material for class, and take active part in class discussion. When missing class, students are responsible for all the material studied as well as for the new assignments. You are keeping a reader-response notebook for several reasons. Writing about what you have read is an important form of learning. Writing is also a very good way to prepare you for yet another form of learning, discussion.