Inter American University of Puerto Rico Metropolitan Campus Humanistic Studies Faculty School of Modern Languages English 1. GENERAL INFORMATION Course Tittle Major North American Writers Course Code 2 ENGL 3410 Credits Three (3) credits Academic Term Professor : Emily Almansa Office Hour z Office Telephone : (787) 260-1912 Ext. 2178 & 2492 E-mail address ealmansa@intermetro.edu I. DESCRIPTION: Reading and analysis of Major North American authors, including the evolution of their ideas and literary styles. Ill OBJECTIVES: A B. Construct an overview of major authors, genres, and periods in American literature, from its beginnings to the mid twentieth century. Analyze literary texts as documents that reflect historical trends and cultural expression Validate the tools of literary expression to project what it means to be "American" in light of wars, economic depression, and struggles for social justice. Deconstruct the backgrounds, theories, philosophies, and themes of leading American writers. Address issues of race, class, and gender as they pertain to the defining of the nation and the ways in which they are examined in the literature. Study the growth of American literature from the time of European exploration through the Puritan and revolutionary periods, including the modem literary movements of realism, naturalism, modemism, and postmodernism: ‘SPECIAL NOTE: Competencies of the undergraduate student profile FALTA ESTA PARTEOral Storytelling Traditions in the North American Context Making a New World The Puritan World View The Enlightenment: Edwards, Franklin, Paine, Jefferson Early Nineteenth Century The American Slave Narrative . African-American Folktales & Twain William Faulkner's South The Varieties of Modernist Poetry IV, COURSE CONTENT: . -xr@mmoom>r ¥ ACTIVITIES: A. Active class discussion of the literary works B. Writing short analysis essays C. Viewing films VI. EVALUATION: i Points | Weight of course grade Midterm 100 20% | Writing Assignments & Quizzes 100 40% | Final Examination 400 40% | Total a 300 | 400 =] Vil. SPECIAL NOTES 4. Policy on plagiarism: (General Student Regulations, Chapter V, Article 1. B. 2.C pp. 48). Plagiarism means using ideas or words of another person without due recognition. 2. Students with disabilities or other special conditions must inform the Dean of Students as soon as possible. Rights of students with disabilities — In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Law, the Inter American University of Puerto Rico will be providing reasonable and necessary accommodation to the degree that A. Special assistance is possible for students with disabilities so that they can participate invill, academic life in the same manner that other students without disabilities are able to participate. Plagiarism policy All students should read the Student Regulations Handbook to become familiar with the possible sanctions you are exposed to when you do not comply with its regulations. Following is the link: Plagiarism, dishonesty, fraud, and any other type of manipulation or inappropriate behavior related with academic performance are unacceptable in our institution. Disciplinary actions will be taken on students found guilty of such practice as established in Chapter V, Article 1, Section B.2 of the Students’ Rules and Regulations Handbook. http:/Aww. inter.edu/documentos/pdfireq_est_eng_08.pdf Inter American University has very strict regulations regarding plagiarizing (using the ideas or words of others without giving proper credit), so it is important that you specifically read Chapter 5, Section B.2.a. This section clearly explains what plagiarism is. In addition, it explains the types of sanctions students are exposed to when they commit it. Electronic devices All electronic devices, including cell phones, can interrupt teaching, learning or alter environmental conditions that lead to academic excellence. In order to guarantee maximum leaming conditions, electronic devices are prohibited during exams. EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES: Textbook McMichael, George, et al. Concise Anthology of American Literature, 7th ed. New York: Longman, 2011, Print. Electronic Resources Canada, Mark, ed. All American: History, Literature and Culture. “Antebellum and Civil War America.” Web. ~+. All American: History, Literature and Culture. “Colonial America, 1607-1783." Web. - --. All American: History, Literature and Culture. Modem America, 1914- Present.” --. All American: History, Literature and Culture. “Postbellum America, 1866-1913.” - Films on Demand. CA. Inter American University. Web. IX. BIBLIOGRAPHY: Baym, Nina, ed. The Norton Anthology of American Literature Vol. A. Beginnings to 1820, 7" ed. New York: Norton, 2007. Print. —~. Norton Anthology of American Literature Vol. B. 1820-1865, 7" ed. New York: Norton, 2007. Print, Norton Anthology of American Literature Vol. C. 1865-1914, 7" ed. New York: Norton, 2007. Print. --. Norton Anthology of American Literature Vol. D. 1914-1945, 7" ed. New York Norton, 2007. Print. —. Norton Anthology of American Literature Vol. E. American Literature since 1945, 7" ‘ed. New York: Norton, 2007. Print. Revised by Prof. Emily Almansa February 2013