MINISTRY OF HEALTH CARE
OF UKRAINE
«Confirmed»
The
First Vice Rector
²hor. R. Mysula, M.D.,Ph.
D
“
On the course «The Composition and
Introduction to Literature»
Course for the
international students
|
Year of
study |
semester |
Hours |
Control (credit, exam). |
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Total |
Auditorium |
I R S W |
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Lecture |
Seminar |
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1 |
1 |
72 |
24 |
24 |
24 |
Credit
ECTS |
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Credits ECTS |
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2,0 |
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Module 1 |
|
72 hours/ 2 credit
ECTS |
24 |
24 |
24 |
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The
syllabus has been worked out
by:
Mariya L. Kushyk, Vinnichenko O.Ya.
The
syllabus was discussed at the Chair sitting “
Minute ¹ 5.
The Head of the Chair of philosophy, social studies
and foreign languages Ass.
Prof. Pryshlyak A.M.
The
syllabus was discussed and adopted at
“
minute ¹ 7.
The Head of the Cycle
commission Ass. Prof. S.O.Yastremska, Ph.D, BSN
TERNOPIL 2009
THE AIM AND THE
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE
I. COURSE
DESCRIPTION
2hrs lectures, 5 hrs practical classes (for 15 week semester)
US credit hours: 1
UA: Total hours 72
Contact hours: 24
Lecture hours: 24
Practical classes’ hours: 24
ECTS credits: 2
The course is focused on the writing of critical essays, literary analysis with an introduction to literature and readings of the selected literary works. It includes introduction to terminology, historical review of American literature from colonial times to the present, critical survey of selected works of world famous writers. Students will learn and practice the skills of close reading, discussion, and analytical writing about literature. Lecture classes are strongly augmented by discussion and computer program components.
II. CONCEPTUAL
FRAMEWORK
Composition
Survey of literature
Critical thinking
Critical reading
Reading-writing connections
III. COURSE
OBJECTIVES
Composition:
1. Describe the essay structure.
2. Writing critical essays, and literary analysis.
3. Instruction and practice in critical reading and writing.
4. Develop compositions of five or more paragraphs. Compositions should include a central idea, a topic sentence, and supporting details in a logical order as well as standard punctuation and language usage.
Introduction to
the Study of Literature:
1. Introduction to the terminology.
2. Study of works of literature and their social and historical contexts.
3. Intensive reading, writing, research are included.
4. Identify the characteristics of the writing styles of selected authors.
5. Analyze the importance of setting and character in a story or novel.
6. Identify narrative devices and figurative language, identify and examine literary elements including setting, plot, conflict, character, point of view and theme. Recognize literary devices (metaphors, similes, idioms, and personification) and determine whether they help the reader create images.
Survey of
American Literature
1. Analyze writings from colonial times to the present.
2. Provide the reading and writing assignments for the students (intensive study of selected topics.)
3. An historical and critical survey of selected works of American writers.
4. Read literary texts and explanations of literary concepts.
5. Discuss the literary works.
6. Give students experience in reading and interpreting literature.
Contemporary Literature:
1. Discuss works by contemporary world writers, masterpieces of world literature.
2.Discuss ‘Reading in original and literature in translation’.
3. Exhibit an appreciation of the cultural roots of modern society;
4. Focus on world literature novels including works in translation.
Reading-Writing Connection:
1. Develop analytical reading and writing skills.
2. Oral and written responses are an integral part of the course as activities that foster critical-thinking skills in connection with the works read.
3. Read and make critical analysis, prepare a well-developed essay.
4. Analyze one of the main characters in the novel by composing a character sketch in essay form.
IV.METHODS OF
INSTRUCTION
View of Power Point slide show lectures, discussion, group work, assigned readings, selections, audiovisuals, handouts, reference materials, critical thinking exercises, tests, internet resources, and others.
V. STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES (refer to AND Student Handbook)
VI. COURSE
REQUIREMENTS
A. Assignments:
1. 5 Unit Tests...................................50%
2. Student presentation …………….10%
3. Final Examination.........................40%
NOTE: Also considered essential are classroom participation, readings, audiovisuals, website reviews, and additional occasional activities as assigned which may be distributed in class at a later time and are not included in the syllabus.
B. Grading Scale:
|
% of points |
Letter Grade (US) |
1-12 Points Grade (UA) |
0-4 Points (UA) |
|
92-100 |
A |
10.5-12 |
5 (Excellent) |
|
89-91 |
B+ |
9.5-10.4 |
5-(Excellent) |
|
85-88 |
B |
7.5-9.4 |
4 (Good) |
|
82-84 |
C+ |
6.5-7.4 |
4-(Good) |
|
78-81 |
C |
5.5-6.4 |
3 (Satisfactory) |
|
77-75 |
D+ |
3.5 - 5.4 |
3 - (Satisfactory |
|
70-74 |
D |
2.5-3.4 |
2 (Failed) |
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69 and below |
F |
1.1 -2.4 |
2-(Failed) |
VII.
TEXTBOOKS REQUIRED
The Northon Anthology of American Literature. Shorter sixth edition.
Nina Baym, General editor. – 2003.- W.W. Norton @ Company, Inc. NY. - 2930 p.
Gerber, Philip. "Theodore Dreiser." Biographical sketch in Dictionary of Literary Biography, Vol. 9. Detroit: Gale, 1981.
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theodore_Dreiser
http://www.britannica.com/eb/article-9031175/Theodore-Dreiser
Accompanying CD Rom is REQUIRED.
Syllabus for NURS 204
VIII.
COURSE CONTENT: LECTURES
Schedule of LECTURES
on The Composition and Introduction to Literature
for the first year students
International School of Nursing
2009-
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¹# |
Date |
Theme |
Hours |
|
1. |
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Introduction to American Literature. Historic Background |
2 |
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2. |
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Colonial Literature |
2 |
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3. |
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The American Enlightenment |
2 |
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4. |
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American literature of the 19th century. O’ Henry |
2 |
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5.. |
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American literature. Jack London |
2 |
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6. |
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American literature of the second half of the 19th century – beginning of the 20 c. |
2 |
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7. |
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American literature of the 20 c. E. Hemingway |
2 |
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8. |
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Movements in American Literature. Glossary |
2 |
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9. |
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Text interpretation. Notions of setting, plot, climax etc. Literary Devices |
2 |
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10. |
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Essay writing. Sentence structure |
2 |
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11. |
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Evaluative Essay (reviews). Writing about literature |
2 |
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12. |
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Writing the Literary Analysis. Dos’ and Don’ts’ for Proficiency Writing |
2 |
IX.
COURSE CONTENT: PRACTICAL CLASSES
Schedule of PRACTICAL CLASSES
on The Composition and Introduction to Literature
for the first year students
International School of Nursing
2009-
|
¹# |
Date |
Theme |
Hours |
|
1 |
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Introduction to Literature. Text Interpretation. Jack London short stories. |
5 |
|
2 |
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Movements in American Literature of the 19th century. Text Interpretation. O’Henry’s short story The Last Leaf. |
5 |
|
3 |
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American Literature of the 19th century. Theodore Dreiser An American Tragedy |
5 |
|
4 |
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American Literature of the 20th Century. Ernest Hemingway The Old Man And The Sea |
5 |
|
5 |
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Masterpieces of the World Modern Literature. Paulo Coelho The Alchemist (English translation ) |
4 |
Total: 24 hours
X.
COURSE CONTENT: STUDENT INDEPENDENT WORK
SCHEDULE OF THE THEMES
FOR INDIVIDUAL STUDENTS’ WORK
on The Composition and Introduction to Literature
for the first year students
International School of Nursing
2009-
|
¹ # |
Theme |
Hours |
|
1 |
Movements in American Literature. Text Interpretation. |
6 |
|
2 |
American Literature of the 19th Century. |
6 |
|
3 |
American Literature of the 20th Century. |
6 |
|
4 |
Reading-writing connections Writing the Literary Analysis |
6 |
Total: 24 hours
The syllabus has been worked out by: Mariya L. Kushyk, Vinnichenko O.Ya.
The syllabus was discussed at the Chair sitting “
Minute ¹ 5.
The Head of the Chair of philosophy, social
studies
and foreign languages Ass.
Prof. Pryshlyak A.M.
The syllabus was discussed and adopted at Nursing School Cycle of Methodical Commission
“
minute ¹ 7.
The Head of the Cycle commission Ass. Prof. S.O.Yastremska, Ph.D, BSN
TERNOPIL 2009