ENGL 2050 - American Literature I

Academic Division:

Liberal Arts

Academic Discipline:

English

Assistant Dean: Steve Haynes PhD

3 Credit(s)
American Literature I is a survey course that examines the development of American literature in English from the early colonies through the Civil War. Through the use of selected texts, students will become familiar with key authors and works that represent American literature in English and the multiple voices within it. As a survey course, American Literature I is designed to provide students with a foundational understanding of the historical and cultural conditions that influenced the development and formation of American literature. This course will provide the necessary background for a more in-depth understanding of and appreciation for American literature not covered in the course, and it will prepare students for more advanced study of literature in general. (TAG# OAH053) UG OAH053

3 Lecture Hour(s);

Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take ENGL 1030 ; Minimum Grade C-

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcomes	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Demonstrate familiarity with the historical and cultural context which produces American literature.	Analytical essays in weeks 5 and 10; response essays in weeks 3 and 7; weekly written assignments and quizzes throughout the semester; and mid-term (week 8) and final (week 16) exams
2. Demonstrate mastery of techniques used to analyze a text.	Analytical essays in weeks 5 and 10; response essays in weeks 3 and 7
3. Demonstrate critical reading and writing skills; discuss the significance of American authors and movements.	Analytical essays in weeks 5 and 10; response essays in weeks 3 and 7
4. Analyze and interpret American literature up to the mid- to late-nineteenth century.	Analytical essays in weeks 5 and 10; response essays in weeks 3 and 7; a mid-term (week 8) and final (week 16) exam

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

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