ENGL 201 Introduction to Literary Study and Analysis

Introduces a range of literary genres (poetry, fiction, and drama), a technical vocabulary related to the study of works of those genres, and traditional and contemporary critical approaches to such works. English majors should complete ENGL 201 as early as possible, especially prior to undertaking 300- and 400-level literature courses. 

Credits

3

Offered

Fall, odd years

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Recognize and apply the basic rules of English grammar and mechanics
2. Describe the steps of the writing process, including prewriting, organizing ideas, revising, and editing drafts of essays
3. Write well-organized essays that are substantially free of grammatical and mechanical errors in a number of genres
4. Practice critical thinking skills by analyzing sample essays in various genres