ENGL206

Approaches to Literary Studies is a foundational course that prepares the student in the English Option for transition to upper level study as an English Major. The course introduces the student to the principles of literary study and performance by engaging and considering the major debates and issues in the discipline; approaches to the elements and conventions of genre; and a survey of literary theoretical perspectives and their critical applications. Students will develop the skills and practice necessary to perform informed analyses in reading, research and writing expected of an undergraduate in the discipline of English. (Prerequisites or corequisites: ENGL-122)