A2BK_UVOD Úvod do studia literatury

Pedagogická fakulta
podzim 2014
Rozsah
0/0/1. 12 hodin. 3 kr. Ukončení: zk.
Vyučující
Mgr. Jaroslav Izavčuk (přednášející)
Mgr. Zuzana Kršková, Ph.D. (cvičící)
Mgr. Jiří Šalamoun, Ph.D. (cvičící)
Garance
PhDr. Irena Přibylová, Ph.D.
Katedra anglického jazyka a literatury – Pedagogická fakulta
Kontaktní osoba: Jana Popelková
Dodavatelské pracoviště: Katedra anglického jazyka a literatury – Pedagogická fakulta
Rozvrh seminárních/paralelních skupin
A2BK_UVOD/01: Po 15. 9. 12:05–12:50 učebna 10, Po 29. 9. 12:05–12:50 učebna 10, Po 13. 10. 12:05–12:50 učebna 10, Po 27. 10. 12:05–12:50 učebna 10, Po 10. 11. 12:05–12:50 učebna 10, Po 1. 12. 12:05–12:50 učebna 10, J. Izavčuk
A2BK_UVOD/02: Po 22. 9. 12:05–12:50 učebna 57, Po 6. 10. 12:05–12:50 učebna 57, Po 20. 10. 12:05–12:50 učebna 57, Po 3. 11. 12:05–12:50 učebna 57, Po 24. 11. 12:05–12:50 učebna 57, Po 8. 12. 12:05–12:50 učebna 57, J. Izavčuk
Předpoklady
It is expected the students are acquainted with basic literary theory and practice, required at the Maturita level.
Omezení zápisu do předmětu
Předmět je určen pouze studentům mateřských oborů.
Mateřské obory/plány
Cíle předmětu
This course is an introduction to thinking and writing about literature. Foremost, we will read and discuss a wide variety of texts. In our discussions, we will focus on how we, as readers, can approach these texts creatively and independently so that we become empowered by literature - for example, by becoming the co-creators of meaning. In order to reach that goal, we will start assembling the basic toolbox of an empowered reader: we will learn how to pose effective questions and lead a discussion about literature, how to employ the tools of critical analysis, use the basic terms of literary theory and criticism, and be comfortable with the conventions of academic discourse. We will also practice essential writing skills, such as explication or comparison and contrast.
Osnova
  • 1. Paying Attention to Text (what is literature; close-reading technique, textual analysis)
  • 2. Asking Questions (analyzing and interpreting texts; literary communication; argumentation; participation in a debate)
  • 3. Critical Thinking (basic terms of literary theory, major trends in anglophone literary criticism)
  • 4. Writing About Literature (how to write research papers, issues of citation and plagiarism, major skills in the writing process such as developing ideas, outlining, drafting, organizing, arguing, comparing, contrasting)
Literatura
  • Gibaldi, Joseph. MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers. New York: MLA, 1984
  • Wellek, René, Austin, Warren. Teorie literatury. Olomouc: Votobia, 1996. (Wellek, Rene and Austin Warren. Theory of Literature. London, 1949.)
  • Cuddon, J.A. Penguin Dictionary of Literary Terms. Penguin Group, London: Penguin Books, 1991 (1977), ISBN 0-14-051227-6
  • MEYER, Michael. The Bedford introduction to literature. New York: Bedford Books, 1987, xxv, 1782. ISBN 0-312-07115-9. info
Výukové metody
In this course students are to demonstrate understanding of selected literature, knowledge is to be level supported by discussions and advanced textbooks; such knowledge provides an underpinning for a field of work or vocation, personal development, and further studies to complete the first cycle; students are expected to apply the gained knowledge and understanding in future literary courses; students are to practice their ability to identify and use data to formulate responses to well-defined concrete and abstract problems; students are to be trained to communicate their understanding, as well as develop critical skills via various activities, they are expected to co-work with peers.
Metody hodnocení
-attendance is not mandatory but strongly recommended
-active participation in class discussion on readings
response papers (students must submit a paper for each class)
group or individual oral presentation
-written exam will include 10 questions and will only test the materials covered in class(some of them multiple choice, some of them requiring a longer response) for 10 percent each. The passmark is 70 percent.
Vyučovací jazyk
Angličtina
Informace učitele
http://moodlinka.ped.muni.cz/course/view.php?id=1920
Reading. You are required to keep up with the reading for every class. You need to download and print out the readings from moodlinka as well as bring them to class. (All readings are available from moodlinka.) The knowledge of the reading material may be tested by quizzes and on the final exam. Writing. There will be 3 major writing assignments (typed, 1-page double-spaced, font 12) announced in class and posted on moodlinka. You are required to submit a hard copy (not just email) on time and be able to discuss your writing in class. Papers will be graded on a Pass/Fail basis. Late papers may result in a lower final grade. Attendance. It is strongly recommended that you attend all sessions. This is a hands-on, discussion-based class. You, as an active participant, co-create its content. The content of the class thus requires your active presence in the class and cannot be simply learned from a distance. For the same reason, it is hardly possible for an absentee to catch up with everything at the end of the semester. If you are absent, you will find the next reading and homework on moodlinka. You are expected to catch up with all reading and homework by the next class. Participation. This is a discussion-based course. You are expected to come to class prepared and participate in class debates. Homework. Further homework may be assigned during the semester. Class etiquette. Lateness to class is disruptive to all and therefore should be avoided. For the same reason, cell phones need to be switched off. Email etiquette. All necessary information will be delivered in class and posted on moodlinka. Inquiries about your work can be voiced in class and also during my office hours. Inquiries via email thus need to be limited only to emergencies. I will check email once a day during the week, but not on weekends. Academic Honor and Academic Integrity. Students are not to perform any kind of scholastic dishonesty, including plagiarism. During the course of your study, you will be expected not to give or receive any unauthorized aid on academic work. It is your responsibility to understand what constitutes scholastic dishonesty and to avoid it at all costs. Final exam: In the exam period, you will sit for a written exam that will test the reading knowledge of the materials covered in class. Recommended Texts, and Selected Bibliography: Culler, Jonathan: Literary Theory: A Very Short Introduction New York: Oxford University Press, 1997. (Culler, Jonathan. Krátký úvod do literaturní teorie. Brno: Host, 2002.) Gibaldi, Joseph. MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers. New York: MLA, 1984. Meyer, Michael: The Bedford Introduction to Literature.8th edition. Boston: Bedford St.Martin’s, 2008. Montgomery, Martin. Ways of Reading. London: Routledge, 1992 Wellek, René, Austin, Warren. Teorie literatury. Olomouc: Votobia, 1996. (Wellek, Rene and Austin Warren. Theory of Literature. London, 1949.)
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