Trends in Anglophone LiteraturesLaajuus (1 cr)

Objective

Learning outcomes: At the end of the course the student will • be familiar with the central phases and development of literatures in English and some key literary works • be able to tell about the changes in and contexts of Anglophone literature The course develops the following work life skills: Language skills, multidisciplinarity, knowledge of socio-cultural contexts related to specific countries, meaning-making, time management and prioritisation Generic competences: ethics, internationality, critical thinking, identification and development of expertise, interaction and communication

Content

The lectures introduce the students with the development, historical periods, and contemporary trends in English-language literature (realism, modernism, postmodernism, and postcolonialism).

Materials

Theory and research texts ca. 40 pages.

Further information

Teachers: Jopi Nyman Time: First year of study, autumn term Campus: Joensuu Further information: Language of tuition: English. The course is open to exchange students, those participating in continuous learning, and Finnish upper secondary school students.

Accomplishment methods

Modes of study: Lectures (8h), independent study (18 hours). Evaluation criteria: Lecture diary. Evaluation: pass/fail.