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PIB2006 – CRITICAL THINKING AND LITERATURE (3 Credit)
Synopsis:
This course builds on the skills acquired in PIB2003 „Writing Skills for Textual Analysis‟ to enable students to discuss how
meaning is conveyed in various literary genres. Students will also learn how to use ideas from reference texts to strengthen
their analyses of literary texts and incorporate these into a short critical essay.
Assessment Method: Continuous Assessment - 60% Examination - 40%
Medium of Instruction: English Language
Main References:
Paul, R. & Elder, L. (2014). How to Read a Paragraph: The Art of Close Reading. Tomales, CA :Foundation for Critical
Thinking.
McGee, S.J. (2001). Analyzing Literature: A Guide for Students. Harlow: Longman.
Barnet, S., W. Burto & Cain, W.E. (2003). An Introduction to Literature: Fiction, Poetry, Drama. London: Longman.
PIB2007 – POSTCOLONIAL LITERATURE (2 Credit)
Synopsis:
This enable students to receive ideas and theories of postcolonial literature. Students will also learn how to use ideas from
reference texts to strengthen their analyses of literary texts and incorporate these into a short critical essay.
Assessment Method: Continuous Assessment - 60% Examination - 40%
Medium of Instruction: English Language
Main References:
Anderson, Benedict. Imagined Communities: Reflections on the Origin and Spread of Nationalism. London: Verso, 1991.
Ashcroft, B., Griffiths, G abd Tiffin, Helen (Eds). The Post-Colonial Studies Reader. London: Routledge, 1995.
PIB3004 – READINGS IN BRITISH AND AMERICAN LITERATURE (2 Credit)
Synopsis:
This course will expose students to a range of major works in English from the British and American literary traditions.
Students will analyse these texts within their social, cultural and political contexts.
Assessment Method: Continuous Assessment: 60% Examination: 40%
Medium of Instruction: English Language
Main References:
Shakespeare, W. (2010). Much Ado About Nothing. New York, United States of America. Simon & Schuster Paperbacks.
Fitzgerald, F. Scott. (1925). The Great Gatsby. Wildside Press LLC.
Anthology of selected poetry and prose.
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