MCCCD Program Description

Readings for Writers

Course: CRW200

First Term: 2011 Spring

Laboratory 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s) 0 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: C

Description: Close analysis and interpretation of selected literary texts designed to strengthen the students` own writing by extending their familiarity with the genre in which they write and their knowledge of selected literary elements. One-on-one meetings between student and instructor.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Analyze and evaluate weak literary element(s) in one`s own creative writing that will become the focus of this course (I) 2. Identify the genre(s) in which one`s current creative work best fits (I) 3. Identify selected texts that exemplify high quality in the particular literary element(s) to be the focus of this course. (II) 4. Read and analyze selected texts in order to identify, describe, and distinguish techniques that contribute to successful handling of the literary element(s) that is the focus of this course. (III) 5. Compare and contrast the handling of literary element(s) in selected texts with handling of the same element(s) in one`s own creative work. (III) 6. In consultation with instructor identify potential exercises and practice that incorporate techniques used by professional authors in handling the literary element that is the focus of this course. (IV) 7. Generate work that effectively illustrates the comprehension of literary element(s) discussed in the course. (IV) 8. Compose selected, annotated bibliography in Modern Language Association format of approximately ten entries that include reference materials, periodicals, internet resources, primary texts, and secondary texts. (II-V) 9. Write a three to five page evaluation of the independent reading project. (VI)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Literary elements A. Form and structure B. Language C. Theme D. Genre-specific elements 1. Fiction 2. Poetry 3. Nonfiction 4. Dramatic Play 5. Screenplay II. Finding exemplary literary texts III. Text analysis A. Genre-specific expectations B. Challenges of the particular literary text C. Techniques D. Effects IV. Writing exercises V. Modern Language Association Format for Bibliography VI. Evaluation of Reading Project

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 12/14/2010

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