ENG3-1010 English-Speaking Literature 1

Innhald og oppbygging

Literature is an independent module.

Special attention is given to writing and academic criteria for text production. The students are expected to participate actively in group work and seminars. The students will be taught how to appreciate and analyse literature and literary devices.

Læringsutbytte

Knowledge

• English-speaking literature
• Genres and their central criteria
• Norms for academic text production and responsible and critical use of source material

Skills

• On successful completion of the module, students should be able to appreciate and analyse English-speaking literature understand cultural and social conventions in English-speaking countries , mainly in the British Isles and the USA apply stylistic and cultural conventions in text Production.

 

General competence

• On successful completion of the module, students should be able to plan and carry out individual assignments in accordance with ethical requirements and principles articulate ideas and professional standpoints both orally and in written language.

Krav til forkunnskapar

None

Undervisnings- og læringsformer

Teaching will primarily consist of lectures and seminars. The course requires systematic work with reading and active participation in class. The learning platform Canvas will be used to relay information and provide feedback on student work.

Obligatorisk læringsaktivitet

Compulsory attendance (80%)

2 written assignments

Vurderingsform

Written exam, 6 hours, 60 %

 

Oral exam 40 %

Hjelpemiddel ved eksamen

English-English Dictionary; all texts selected for the exam and studied in class.

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