University Core of Common Studies Proposal
Knowledge Area: Literature and Performing Arts
Course Number and Title_____________________________________________________________________________________
Chair’s Signature:____________________________date:
Dean’s Signature:_____________________________date:
Date Submitted:
Please complete the template and questions and attach a representative syllabus
Core Knowledge Area Learning
Outcome
Produce oral and written
assessments of literary and
cultural texts and/or
performances using the
language and concepts of
one of these two
knowledge area disciplines.
Articulate how literary and
cultural texts and/or
performances can
transform one’s
understanding of self,
others, and communities.
Course Objective(s) As Stated in Syllabus
That Explicitly Address(es) This Outcome
Explain How Students Demonstrate Their
Achievement of This Objective
This Outcome Is
Not Addressed in
this Course 1
LIT-specific outcome:
Apply the methodologies of
literary criticism to
representative works of
literature.
PA-specific outcome:
Engage with artistic
expressions to understand
the creative process.
(1) If this outcome is not addressed, please identify the required Core course (or choice of courses) that addresses this outcome.
Administration of the Course
1. How often will this course be offered? How many sections will be offered?
2. How many faculty are available to teach this course?
Integration Issues
3. Does this course contribute to other knowledge areas, the Preamble, or justice education at Marquette? If so, please explain
how.