ENG 315 Details

3 Credit Hours

Course Description:

A reading and writing intensive course, ENG 315 builds upon the critical thinking, research and writing skills initiated in ENG 150. Emphasis in this course will be, as indicated by the title, on the study of literary myths, material that is believed to wield an influence on belief and behavior across the ages. The focus of this course may be on classical myth, with some attention to the origins and cultural significance of the myth; alternately, the course might feature a blend of the study of classical myths in modern writing. Still yet, the course might focus on the role of myth in ?fairy? tales or even the role of myth in popular contemporary texts. Ultimately, this course will provide students with a foundation for appreciating the kinds and functions of myth and major mythic archetypes and themes. Consonant with the other courses in the 300+ literary-based courses, students will read textual selections closely to appreciate the use of various literary elements and to engage in meaning-making. In addition, students should expect to contemplate the attributes that make mythic literature important and aesthetically impactful. Writing assignments will include a range of essays, formal and informal, and include one or more research projects in which students apply and demonstrate mastery of an academic documentation format.

Discipline: English & Creative Writing

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