Explorations of modern literature
MODALITY | On-campus |
SESSION | July 19-August 5 |
DAY&TIME | Monday-Friday 9 am-11 am and 3 pm-5 pm |
STATUS | New |
INSTRUCTOR | Mark Blacher |
Course description
In this course we explore modern literature from early pioneers such as Emily Dickinson, Hemingway, Philip Roth and Toni Morrison. We focus mainly on shorter fiction and poetry, but may also look at excerpts (摘录) from some longer works.
We consider not only the meanings of the works but also how they are written and constructed to give them their power. While we focus largely on close reading and formal analysis, we also look at the historical contexts of the works. Additionally, we pay attention to how literature sounds and how it makes us feel.
Students are expected to write a number of informal reaction pieces, contribute actively to class discussion, take part in a few short creative projects, and prepare short papers and oral presentations on works of their own choice.
Students learn how to read actively, think analytically, present their ideas clearly, and work with others—all skills that will be invaluable to them in college and in their professional and personal lives. No previous knowledge or course work is required.
Instructor: Mark Blacher
Mark Blacher holds a master’s degree in comparative literature from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). While at UCLA he taught classics of world literature, and taught students close reading and writing. Mark’s undergraduate degree is from Columbia University. He has worked with Columbia’s Pre-College Programs for over thirty years.
【小题1】What can we know about the course?| A．It will last one month. |
| B．It is given on weekdays. |
| C．It requires previous knowledge. |
| D．It only focuses on shorter fiction. |
| A．Create short projects on their own. |
| B．Recommend books to other students, |
| C．Take an active part in class discussion. |
| D．Share their reading and writing strategies. |
| A．Experienced. | B．Determined. | C．Easy-going. | D．Independent. |
