Literary and Critical Theory

Identify significant issues in the fields of literary theory and criticism.

Understand a variety of approaches to literary theory and criticism, such as formalism, cultural studies, historical and media studies, and poststructuralism.

Understand a variety of approaches to literary theory and criticism, such as formalism, cultural studies, historical and media studies, and poststructuralism

Apply a variety of theoretical and critical frameworks to their own readings of literary texts and cultural subjects.

Develop critical thinking and writing skills in their analyses of texts through classroom discussions as well as writing assignments.

Write and speak persuasively about their interpretations of theory and literature, as well as about authors’ sociocultural environment, utilizing skills of close reading.

Conduct independent research on scholarship in the field via online databases including MLA and JSTOR.