MWF
12:00
McIver
227
Carl
N. Peay
Office:
McIver 136G
Office
Hours: MWF 2-3:00
Telephone:
334-4697
E-mail:
cnpeay@uncg.edu
Purpose: This semester we will explore the role of literature
in our world through a careful analysis and discussion of poetry, drama and
fiction. Over the course of the
semester we will read a variety of poems, several short stories, a novella and
two plays. We will use literature past
and present as a tool to explore aspects of our reality and reveal more about
ourselves as individuals.
Expectations: Each of you is expected to be an active participant
in the class, to have read the assigned texts before class, and complete papers
and other assignments on time. Over the
course of the semester you will write a critical essay, which you will revise
and turn in for a final exam, and there will also be two exams that will test
your knowledge of concepts discussed in class.
Additionally, I will give unannounced quizzes from time to time on the
texts to insure that you are reading the assigned materials before class.
Learning Goals: At the completion of this
course, you will be able to:
·
Identify
and understand varied characteristics of literature
·
Apply
techniques of literary analysis to texts
·
Use
literary study to develop skills in careful reading and clear writing
·
Demonstrate
understanding of the diverse social and historical contexts in which literary texts have been written and
interpreted
Texts and Other Course
Materials: Required
texts for the course should be in the UNCG bookstore shortly. In an attempt to keep your book expenses to
a minimum, I’m considering options such as electronic reserve and CDs. I’ll explain more on texts and other
materials later.
Grading Policy: Your grade for the course
will be determined by the following formula:
final paper – 30%, exams – 30% (15% each), reading quizzes – 20%
(dropping your lowest score), participation and attendance – 20%. If you need clarification or have questions
on grading, please see me.
Attendance: Attendance is mandatory. Your participation is vital to the success of the class as a
whole and your performance as an individual; each absence beyond four will lower your final grade by 1/3
of a letter grade, and eight or more absences will result in a failing
grade. In addition, you are expected to
arrive on time, fully prepared to engage in exercises and class
discussions. Two late arrivals to class will be treated as one full absence. Please discuss any problems affecting your
attendance with me as soon as they arise.
Plagiarism: The attempt to submit even a small portion of
someone else’s work as your own is plagiarism.
Intentional plagiarism is cause for automatic failure of the course and
will be reported to the Academic Integrity office. If you have questions concerning plagiarism, see me before
completing the assignment. When in
doubt, cite your sources.
Finally,
please be aware that I am accessible at any point during the semester to
discuss your progress in the course.
Feel free to stop by McIver 136G during my office hours or make an
appointment at any time if you have concerns or questions or simply want to
chat. I look forward to working with
each or you in making this a productive and enjoyable semester.