EPHUMA306

Literature and Film

20 Units 3000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 2
Ourimbah Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Literature and Film explores a variety of representations of identity and culture through a range of literary texts. The course also examines the role, point of view and responsibility of storytellers in a range of literary genres. There will be particular emphasis on the art and language of narratives as they draw upon individual and collective memory, myth and the imagination in the periods and cultures from which they come. The course is designed to enable students to develop the skills of critical thinking, literary analysis and academic essay writing necessary for university study. Approaches to topics will be varied to suit a diversity of learning styles.

Objectives Upon successful completion of this course students will develop:
1. A sound knowledge of the structures and techniques used in various forms of literature and film
2. A sound knowledge of the terminology used in the analysis of literature and film, and the ways in which to use it
3. Some understanding of the variety of critical approaches that may be employed in the study of literature and film
4. The ability to develop independent responses to a variety of imaginative texts
5. The ability to work collaboratively in small groups
6. The skills necessary to think critically and respond appropriately in both written and oral forms to a variety of fictional texts
7. The skills necessary to write an academic essay.
Content The course will focus on representations of identity and different types of environments and social contexts, as well as introducing students to the study of narrative and the role of storytelling through a range of texts in different genres (poetry, drama, novel and film). Students will explore the origins, structure, and significance of stories and understand the importance of narratives in our lives. Students will also be encouraged to think critically about the relationship between imaginative texts and the cultural contexts that produce them. Specifically, students will be encouraged to explore the ways in which imaginative texts generate meaning through story (what is told) and discourse (the manner of their telling).
Replacing Course(s) NA
Transition NA
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge Nil.
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Lecture
Tutorial
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments Essay Plan: Detailed plan of major essay.
Essays / Written Assignments Major Essay: presentation of coherent argument in appropriate academic form on one literary genre.
Essays / Written Assignments Reflection Task: Brief individual reflection on the group presentation.
Examination: Formal Final examination: Assesses overall proficiency in this course. To be held during the University examination period.
Presentations - Group Group Oral Presentation: The purpose of this exercise is to encourage students to cooperate in a group in researching material and delivering it to the class.
Quiz - On-line Online Quizzes: A series of short online quizzes based on each of the set texts.
Contact Hours Tutorial: for 1 hour(s) per Week for 11 weeks
Lecture: for 5 hour(s) per Week for 12 weeks
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for EPHUMA306