LIT 273 - Oral Literature

4 Credit(s)

A study of oral literature. Possible authors may include Homer and the Beowulf-poet. Possible types of literature may include the myths, legends, and folk tales passed down by word of mouth in a variety of different cultures. Emphasis will be on the relationship between the oral literature of a given period and larger social issues. A variety of teaching and learning practices are included in this course: e.g., traditional lecture, oral readings, group discussions, creative and/or analytical writing, listening activities, oral and/or dramatic presentations, visits with authors, interviews, internet and off-campus activities, research practice, etc.

Lit/ Art.
Prerequisite(s): WRIT 101; or c/i.
(spring/odd-numbered years)