|
|
JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY
COURSE CODE: "EN 205"
COURSE NAME: "Introduction to the Novel"
SEMESTER & YEAR:
Fall 2016
|
SYLLABUS
INSTRUCTOR:
Alessandra Grego
EMAIL: [email protected]
HOURS:
MW 11:30 AM 12:45 PM
TOTAL NO. OF CONTACT HOURS:
45
CREDITS:
3
PREREQUISITES:
Prerequisite: EN 110 with a grade of C or above
OFFICE HOURS:
by appointment
|
|
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The course traces various developments in the genre of the novel from the 17th to the 20th centuries through a reading of selected representative texts. In addition, students are required to consider these works alongside of the development of theories about the novel.
|
SUMMARY OF COURSE CONTENT:
An introduction to the novel, this class focuses on texts in English from different historical periods and cultural contexts. Focusing on the formal elements of the novel, the class will work on the function of character, narrator and plot in the novel, compare styles and devices, consider the influence of context and develop critical approaches supported by scholarly texts.
Students are advised that the course is reading intensive and based on discussion: reading the assigned chapters by the deadlines is vital to participate effectively in class.
|
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Students will learn how to identify the constituting elements of the novel, understand how these elements are used for effective narration and acquire the necessary skills to approach the texts critically. They will also exercise their ability to write academic papers, learning how to choose and use citations, and how to correctly format a bibliography.
|
TEXTBOOK:
| Book Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN number | Library Call Number | Comments | Format | Local Bookstore | Online Purchase |
| Pride and Prejudice - Norton Critical Edition | Jane Austen | W.W. Norton and Co., 4th edition | ISBN: 978-0-393-26488-3 | | | | | |
| The Ambassadors | Henry James | W.W. Norton and Co., 1994 | 978-0-393-96314-4 | | | | | |
| Song of Solomon | Toni Morrison | Vintage, 1998 | 978-0099768418 | | | | | |
| White Noise | Don DeLillo | Picador, 2011 | 978-0330524841 | | | | | |
|
REQUIRED RESERVED READING:
RECOMMENDED RESERVED READING:
|
GRADING POLICY
-ASSESSMENT METHODS:
| Assignment | Guidelines | Weight |
| 2 take home papers | 5-7 page papers on formal aspects of the novel | 40% |
| 4 study questions | Study questions on each novel to help the student focus on the essential plot elements. | 35% |
| class contribution | Intelligent and informed contribution to class discussion - silent attendance does not count as participation | 10% |
| Final Exam | | 15% |
| | All submissions will be run through Turnitin. Any instance of plagiarism will be reported to the Dean's Office. A plagiarized paper will receive an F grade without possibility of re-writing. | |
| | | |
-ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
AWork of this quality directly addresses the question or problem raised and provides a coherent argument displaying an extensive knowledge of relevant information or content. This type of work demonstrates the ability to critically evaluate concepts and theory and has an element of novelty and originality. There is clear evidence of a significant amount of reading beyond that requ
BThis is highly competent level of performance and directly addresses the question or problem raised.There is a demonstration of some ability to critically evaluatetheory and concepts and relate them to practice. Discussions reflect the student’s own arguments and are not simply a repetition of standard lecture andreference material. The work does not suffer from any major errors or omissions and provides evidence of reading beyond the required assignments.
CThis is an acceptable level of performance and provides answers that are clear but limited, reflecting the information offered in the lectures and reference readings.
DThis level of performances demonstrates that the student lacks a coherent grasp of the material.Important information is omitted and irrelevant points included.In effect, the student has barely done enough to persuade the instructor that s/he should not fail.
FThis work fails to show any knowledge or understanding of the issues raised in the question. Most of the material in the answer is irrelevant.
-ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Attendance is mandatory. You are allowed four absences per term. Beyond that your final grade will be affected(1/4 of a grade per extra absence). Coming late for class (after attendance has been taken) should be avoided, the third late entrance counts as an absence. You may not use laptops or mobile phones in class and are kindly requested not to walk out of the room during the class period.
|
|
|
ACADEMIC HONESTY
As stated in the university catalog, any student who commits an act of academic
dishonesty will receive a failing grade on the work in which the dishonesty occurred.
In addition, acts of academic dishonesty, irrespective of the weight of the assignment,
may result in the student receiving a failing grade in the course. Instances of
academic dishonesty will be reported to the Dean of Academic Affairs. A student
who is reported twice for academic dishonesty is subject to summary dismissal from
the University. In such a case, the Academic Council will then make a recommendation
to the President, who will make the final decision.
|
STUDENTS WITH LEARNING OR OTHER DISABILITIES
John Cabot University does not discriminate on the basis of disability or handicap.
Students with approved accommodations must inform their professors at the beginning
of the term. Please see the website for the complete policy.
|
|
|
SCHEDULE
|
|
|
week 1 - Introduction to the course Start reading Pride and Prejudice
week 2 - Pride and Prejudice – read to vol. 1, chapter 22
week 3- Pride and Prejudice – read to vol. III, chapter 4
week 4 - Pride and Prejudice- read to end. Wednesday: plot quiz
week 5 - The Ambassadors – read books 1-4. First Home Paper due
week 6- The Ambassadors- read books 5-9
week 7- The Ambassadors – finish reading book – Wednesday: plot quiz
week 8- The Song of Solomon – read chapters 1-4
week 9- The Song of Solomon – read chapters 5-10
week 10 - The Song of Solomon – finish reading novel. Wednesday: plot quiz
week 12 - White Noise - read to chapter 13. Second Home Paper due
week 13 - White Noise- read to chapter 27.
week 14- White Noise - read to end. Wednesday: plot quiz
week 15- FINAL EXAM
|
|
|
|