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English Course Descriptions

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(see also literature offerings)

ENGL 040 Levels 1-9 English as a Second Language-Instruction in Reading and Writing (9-16)

English language immersion instruction, ranging from an introductory focus on basic vocabulary, pronunciation and simple grammar skills to a focus on listening, analytical and essay writing skills, depending on placement (Fall and Spring Semesters)

ENGL 041 ESL Reading Comprehension and Writing I (3)

In-class practice in reading of beginning level cultural essays and out-of-class reading of simplified literature for comprehension and vocabulary building. Both in-and our-of-class writing focusing on grammatical structures and development of the paragraph and short essay are assigned. Graded pass/ fail. Students eligible for this course have already developed conversational abilities (Fall/Spring Semesters)

ENGL 043 ESL Reading Comprehension and Writing II (3)

In-class practice in oral reading of intermediate level cultural essays and out-of-class reading of simplified literature for comprehension and vocabulary building. Both in-and out-of-class writing focusing on grammatical structures and development of the paragraph and short essay are assigned. Graded pass/fail. Students eligible for this course have already developed conversational abilities. (Fall/Spring Semesters)

ENGL 050 Basic English (3)

Prerequisite: English placement exam. Designed for students with writing deficiencies. Major focus on writing as communication. Includes the steps in the writing process. Course may be repeated as necessary in order to attain required proficiency to advance to the next level. Credit not applicable toward graduation. Graded pass/fail. (Fall/Spring Semesters)

ENGL 101 Composition (3)

Prerequisite: English placement exam. This course is designed to advance writing skills for college and professional pursuits by bringing observation, thoughtfulness, organization, sense of audience, and sense of self to bear on student writing. (Fall and Spring Semesters)

ENGL 102 Research and Literature (3)

Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a minimum grade of "C". A study of poetry, short stories, drama, and the process of writing a research paper. ENGL 101 and 102 are prerequisites to all other courses in the department. (Fall and Spring Semesters)

ENGL 221 American Literature I (3)

Prerequisite: ENGL 102 with a minimum grade of "C". A survey of American literature from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Covers the contribution of major American authors, including Native American, African American, and women authors. (Offered through External Degree only)

ENGL 222 American Literature II (3)

Prerequisite: ENGL 102 with a minimum grade of "C". A survey of American literature in the 19th and 20th centuries, including contributions of major American, Native American, African American, and Hispanic authors. (Offered through External Degree only)

ENGL 241 English Literature I (3)

Prerequisite: ENGL 102 with a minimum grade of "C". A survey of English authors from Beowulf to 1800. Emphasis is placed on literature in the context of its historical and philosophical setting. (Offered through External Degree only)

ENGL 242 English Literature II (3)

Prerequisite: ENGL 102 with a minimum grade of "C". A survey of English authors from 1800 to the modern era. Emphasis is placed on literature in the context of its historical and philosophical setting. (Offered through External Degree only)

ENGL 245 Critical Approaches to Literature (3)

Prerequisite: ENGL 102 with a minimum grade of "C". Restricted to English majors and minors only, or permission of the instructor. Through the study of a core group of primary texts and multiple critical essays about those works, students will be introduced to a variety of critical approaches to literature. (Fall Semester)

ENGL 295 Independent Study in English (3)

Study on an independent basis in collaboration with the instructor on a topic in English at the lower division level. (Offered as needed)

ENGL 310 Language Study/Grammar (3)

Prerequisite: ENGL 102 with a minimum grade of "C". Using extensive writing projects for its emphasis, this course reviews and amplifies the study of grammar. The class includes a study of basic vocabulary as well as the relationship of grammatical principles to thoughtful and lucid writing. (Spring Semester)

ENGL 314 Linguistic Study and the Development of the English Language (3)

Prerequisite: ENGL 102 with a minimum grade of "C". Beginning with the scientific study of language and an overview of linguistic theory, this course traces the phonological, grammatical, and semantic shifts in the development of the English language from the Indo-European family to American English. In an historical context, examines contemporary issues of linguistics and language, including generative grammar, structuralist theories of language, neurolinguistics, construction of Standard English, the English-only movement, and the role of dialects in American cultures. The analysis of the relationship between linguists, language, and literature will provide students with a theoretical foundation for the study of contemporary literary criticism. (Spring Semester even years)

ENGL 325 Children's Literature (3)

Prerequisite: ENGL 102 with a minimum grade of "C". Does not apply toward an English major or minor or general education literature requirement. An introduction to children's literature, children's interests in reading, and the criteria for selecting content. (Fall Semester odd years)

ENGL 327 Adolescent Literature (3)

Prerequisite: ENGL 102 with a minimum grade of "C". Does not apply toward general education literature requirement. Surveys the major contributions to adolescent literature and topics related to adolescent literature. Designed primarily for English education majors who are preparing to teach adolescent literature on the secondary level. (Fall Semester even years)

ENGL 455 Charles Dickens and Mark Twain (3)

Prerequisite: ENGL 102 with a minimum grade of "C". Charles Dickens and Mark Twain, two of the most important and popular writers of their time, have come to represent the very essence of England and the United States, respectively, in the 19th century. Students will read major works of each author, placing their artistic development into historical context, investigating the role of each author as a representative, critic and reformer of his own society, and analyzing the way each author uses humor as social commentary. (Offered through External Degree only)

ENGL 491 Seminar in Literary Theory (3)

Prerequisites: ENGL 102 with a minimum grade of "C" and ENGL 314. Restricted to English majors and minors only, or permission of the instructor. A seminar course studying the relationship of the classical mimetic and expressive traditions of literary criticism to contemporary literary theory, including deconstruction and race and gender studies. (Spring Semester, odd years)

ENGL 495 Independent Study in English (1-3)

Study on an independent basis in collaboration with the instructor on a topic in English at the upper division level. (Offered as needed)