Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

School: Arts and Humanities

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• Unit Title

  Texts and Meanings

• Unit Code

  CCC1101

• Year

  2017

• Enrolment Period

  1

• Version

  1

• Credit Points

  15

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  On Campus
  Online

• Unit Coordinator

  Dr Donna Jean MAZZA

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Description

This unit is an introduction to the study of written texts with particular emphasis on fiction and poetry. Students will be encouraged to examine their own reading practices and will be introduced to theoretical perspectives which will assist in developing critical awareness.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Apply theoretical tools to texts.
2. Identify the relationship between text, cultural context and reader.
3. Produce written documents that meet academic standards.
4. Recognise the codes and conventions associated with particular genres and styles.
5. Recognise the processes in the construction of meaning.

Unit Content

1. Critically analyse literary works in different genres and styles.
2. Develop an understanding of narrative devices and skills for close reading of literary works.
3. Integrate context into understanding literary works and their meanings.
4. Introduction to strategies for reading a variety of literary texts, including poetry, short stories and dramatic works.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Lectures, tutorials and critical workshops.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

Core Reading(s)

• Abrams, M. H., & Harpham, G. G. (2012). A glossary of literary terms. (10th ed.). Fort Worth: Harcourt Brace.
• McCaw, N. (2008). How to read texts: A student guide to critical approaches and skills. London: Continuum.
• (2005). The Penguin book of Romantic poetry. Camberwell, Victoria: Penguin.
• S. (1963). 2003). The Theban plays: King Oedipus, Oedipus at Colonus, Antigone. (E. F. Watling. Trans.). The Theban plays: King Oedipus, Oedipus at Colonus, Antigone. Melbourne: Penguin Classics.

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