Academic Courses
Course Descriptions
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 245 | Introduction to Literature - Drama | (3-0) 3 Cr. Hrs. |
Course Description
Students will read and discuss a number of plays, especially those written since 1850. This course is designed to develop standards for critical evaluation and increase understanding and appreciation of drama as a literary form.
Prerequisites
(A requirement that must be completed before taking this course.)
Course Competencies
Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:
- Explain the origins of drama and its development into modern theater.
- Investigate classical theater's influence on contemporary theater.
- Analyze a variety of plays written for various purposes, audiences or reasons.
- Demonstrate plausible evaluations of dramatic elements.
- Apply literary terms appropriately in the analysis of drama.
- Conduct research on playwrights and plays.
- Validate connections between plays, historical events, social issues, or artistic movements.
- Select a contemporary play that compares favorably to a classic drama.
- Appraise the elements of drama in a contemporary play.
Note: This course may not be offered every semester.
Please check the ENG section of the current course schedule for availability.