Although a historical approach will not be used, appropriate background of this nature will be presented and discussed when it will enhance the students' experience. Students analyze, discuss and write about literature written by women in order to gain a greater understanding of and appreciation for the contributions of women to the field of literature. Emphasis is placed on the identification of themes, conventions and techniques of women writers across class and cultural boundaries. A writing course whose content and scope varies from quarter to quarter according to designation and credits filed in advance of each scheduling. Course number may be repeated for credit with different topics.
Students analyze, discuss and write about the literature of a particular genre, author or period.
The emphasis of each course is understanding the themes, conventions and techniques of the writers within the genre. The aim is to assist students in recognizing the ways literature reflects and challenges the values of its audience. Course number may be repeated for credit with different topics.