Maui Community College
Course Outline
1. Alpha
ENG
Number
254
Course Title
World Literature (Western)
Credits
3
Department
English
Date of Outline
02/18/10, Effective Date: Spring 2011, 5-year Review Date: Spring 2016
2. Course Description:
Studies and analyzes literary works of Western cultures from ancient times
to present.
Cross-list
No
Contact Hours/Type
3 hr. lecture
3. Pre-requisites
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English 100 with a "C" or better
Pre-requisite may be waived by consent
Co-requisites
None
AA Other
AS Program
HU - Humanities
AAS Program
HU - Humanities
BAS Program
no
None
Recommended Preparation
4. Function/Designation
yes
Other
List Additional Programs and Category:
List Additional Programs and Category:
EN - English
List Additional Programs and Category: May be
used as a Writing Intensive requirement course
Developmental/Remedial
Other/Additional: Explain:
See Curriculum Action Request (CAR) form for the college-wide general education student learning
outcomes (SLOs) and/or the program learning outcomes (PLOs) this course supports.
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Chancellor
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Approval Date
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This course outline is standardized and/or the result of a community college or system-wide
agreement.
Responsible committee:
5. Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs): List one to four inclusive SLOs.
For assessment, link these to #7 Recommended Course Content, and #9 Recommended Course
Requirements & Evaluation. Use roman numerals (I., II., III.) to designate SLOs
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
I. Read works of literature for insight, understanding, and appreciation.
II. Produce thoughtful, well-supported interpretations of literary works.
6. Competencies/Concepts/Issues/Skills
For assessment, link these to #7 Recommended Course Content, and #9 Recommended Course
Requirements & Evaluation. Use lower case letters (a., b.…zz. )to designate
competencies/skills/issues
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
a. analyze works of literature using basic concepts and terminology of literary analysis;
b. examine, analyze, and discuss the major themes (philosophical, moral, political, religious,
sociological, etc.) inherent in works of Western literature;
c. explore and develop insightful interpretations of literary works;
d. support opinions and interpretations with textual evidence;
e. revise, edit, and proofread essays for correctness, clarity, and effectiveness, using MLA style
documentation when appropriate;
f. demonstrate understanding and appreciation of literature through reading, discussing, and
writing.
7. Suggested Course Content and Approximate Time Spent on Each Topic
Linked to #5. Student Learning Outcomes and # 6 Competencies/Skills/Issues
2-4 weeks - Introduce basic terms of literary analysis. (I, II, a,b)
2-16 weeks - Read, analyze, and discuss major works from varied Western cultures. (I, II, a-f)
2-16 weeks - Discuss connections between literary works and philosophical, moral, political,
religious, and sociological trends in the history of Western cultures. (I, II, a-f)
2-16 weeks - Discuss universal themes in works of Western literature. (I, II, a-f)
2-16 weeks - Practice using basic concepts of literary analysis as the framework for discussions
of literature. (I, II, a-f)
2-16 weeks - Practice supporting insightful interpretations of literature using paraphrase and
textual evidence according to academic conventions. (I, II, a-f)
8. Text and Materials, Reference Materials, and Auxiliary Materials
Appropriate text(s) and materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered. Examples include:
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James, Heather, Sarah Lawall, Lee Patterson, Patricia Meyer Spacks, and William G. Thalmann, eds.
The Norton Anthology of Western Literature, Vol. 2. 8th ed. Norton: 2005.
Appropriate reference materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include:
Hacker, Diana. A Writer's Reference. 6th ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's: 2008.
Appropriate auxiliary materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered. Examples include:
Handouts and Internet resources provided by the instructor.
9. Suggested Course Requirements and Evaluation
Linked to #5. Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and #6 Competencies/Skills/Issues
Specific course requirements are at the discretion of the instructor at the time the course is being
offered. Suggested requirements might include, but are not limited to:
Attendance and/or participation
Discussion board postings
Major essay assignments
Midterm
Final exam
Total
10% (I, II, a-f)
10% (I, II, a-f)
60% (I, II, a-f)
10% (I, II, a-f)
10% (I, II, a-f)
100% (I, II, a-f)
10. Methods of Instruction
Instructional methods will vary considerably by instructor. Specific methods are at the discretion of
the instructor teaching the course and might include, but are not limited to:
a. Small group activities
b. Class lectures
c. Problem-solving methods
d. In-class exercises
e. Class discussion
f. Audio, visual, and Internet presentations
g. Individual and group class presentations
h. Student-teacher conferencing
i. Guest speakers
j. Homework assignments such as:
- formal and informal writing
- responding in writing to readings
- reading materials
11. Assessment of Intended Student Learning Outcomes Standards Grid attached
12. Additional Information:
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