School

of Arts & Sciences Course Syllabus

Course Number/Title/Credits: HUMU-347: Literature and Film

Catalog Course Description: This course serves as an introduction to the primary genres and rhetorical strategies of

professional writing. Students will learn to research and analyze complex ideas and to write clear, grammatical,
well-structured communications. Assignments will require creating both internal and external documents and
presentations for a variety of audiences.

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Prerequisites: ENGU 103 and ENGU 104
Restrictions: none
Essential Equipment and Facilities: By the end of the first week of class, students must have the ability to access
MyBrandman, the Blackboard portal to their class site, and other key locations necessary to meet course requirements.
Individual browser preferences vary, and, at times, some work with Blackboard better than others. Therefore, if you try
one browser, such as Firefox, and you have difficulty, try another browser, such as Internet Explorer. Since versions of
Microsoft Office vary, students who do not use the most recent version may need the free conversion software available via
the Microsoft.com website. Java is also required for courses. Students who do not have Java may download it for free at
java.com.
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Academic Integrity: As a learning community of scholars, Brandman University emphasizes the ethical responsibility of all
members to seek knowledge honestly and in good faith. Students are responsible for doing their own work. Work
completed for previous classes may not be reused without instructor permission. Academic dishonesty of any kind will not
be tolerated. Violations of academic integrity include, but are not limited to, cheating, plagiarism, or misrepresentation of
information in oral or written form. Plagiarism means presenting someone else's idea or writing as if it were your own. If
you use someone else's idea or writing, be sure the source is clearly documented. Further information may be found in the
Brandman University Catalog available under Academic Resources in MyBrandman.
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with disability is defined as having functional limitations resulting from a diagnosed disability and applies to an individual
who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the individuals major life activities; has a
record of such an impairment; or is regarded as having such an impairment. In compliance with ADA guidelines, students
who have any condition, either permanent or temporary, that may impair or impact their ability to successfully complete
assignments, tasks or satisfy course criteria are requested to notify their Advisor or Campus Director in order to understand
how to apply for Student Disability Services. If and when the student is granted formal approval by the Director of ADA
Services, both the student and professor will be notified. It is highly suggested that the student contact their professor to
discuss accommodations before or during the first week of the session. The granting of accommodations will not be
retroactive and cannot jeopardize the academic standards or integrity of the course.
University Policies: Students are responsible for complying with university policies including, but not limited to:
incompletes, course drops, and student conduct. Information may be found in the Brandman University Catalog available
under Academic Resources in MyBrandman.
Required Text:
All readings for this course are available in the course shell, but students may order print copies from their preferred
vendor if would like print copies. Please note that there are two variations of Mary Shelleys novel Frankenstein. We will be
using the 1818 version (the original).
The Lit2Go links below also include audio. These are works in the public domain and as such, both the works and the audio
versions are free.
King, S. (1984). Why we crave horror movies. Retrieved from: http://tinyurl.com/zogw6pq
Polidori, J. (1819). The vampyre. Retrieved from: http://etc.usf.edu/lit2go/96/the-vampyre/1654/the-vampyre/
Shelley, M. (1818). Frankenstein: Or, the modern Prometheus. Retrieved from: http://etc.usf.edu/lit2go/128/frankensteinor-the-modern-prometheus/2279/preface-and-letters/
Stevenson, R. L. (1886). The strange case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Retrieved from: http://etc.usf.edu/lit2go/207/thestrange-case-of-dr-jekyll-and-mr-hyde/4553/chapter-1-the-story-of-the-door/




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Required Movies (you can borrow these from your local library, see if Leatherby Library has them, or stream them from
anywhere you preferjust make sure you have the correct version of the film, as there are hundreds. The names listed are
the directors; the listed years are when the movie was released):
The Vampire
Browning, T. (1931). Dracula: https://www.amazon.com/Dracula-Tod-Browning/dp/B002MG2RG0/ref=sr_1_1?s=instantvideo&ie=UTF8&qid=1469486988&sr=8-1&keywords=dracula+1931 (streaming rental 3.99)
The 1931 version of Dracula is a classic, and it is required. Then, you may choose one of the following two movies to
view. (If you have another vampire movie you are willing to explain, summarize, and then use to fulfill the assignment,
seek permission from your instructor first).
(EITHER) Jordan, N. (1994). Interview with a vampire. https://www.amazon.com/Interview-Vampire-Chronicles-TomCruise/dp/B001AITH50/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469487253&sr=8-1&keywords=interview+with+a+vampire
(streaming rental, $3.99) This is rated R, so you have the option to watch Twilight (PG-13) instead.
(OR) Hardwicke, C. (2008). Twilight. https://www.amazon.com/Twilight-KristenStewart/dp/B001T5D6LK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469487394&sr=8-1&keywords=Twilight
(Twilight has no option for rental, you have to buy it for $6.99 to stream it. If you already own it, great, otherwise, try to
borrow ityour local library may have a copy).

Frankenstein (both films required)
Whale, J. (1931). Frankenstein. https://www.amazon.com/Frankenstein-JamesWhale/dp/B002RXTWWA/ref=sr_1_1?s=movies-tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1469683163&sr=1-1&keywords=Frankenstein+1931
(streaming rental, $3.99)
Branagh, K. (1994). Frankenstein. https://www.amazon.com/Mary-Shelleys-Frankenstein-RobertNiro/dp/B00K1WGTIY/ref=sr_1_1?s=instant-video&ie=UTF8&qid=1469683646&sr=1-1&keywords=Frankenstein+branagh
(streaming rental, $3.99)

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (required)
Fleming, V. (1941). Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. https://www.amazon.com/Dr-Jekyll-Hyde-SpencerTracy/dp/B001QB9BW0/ref=sr_1_2?s=instant-video&ie=UTF8&qid=1469683863&sr=12&keywords=dr+jekyll+and+mr+hyde (streaming rental, $2.99)
Online Brandman Library Resources: Click on red Library button in Blackboard.
Course Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
1. Identify basic film terms.
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2.
3.
4.
5.

Identify elements of story such as exposition, conflict, climax, and resolution.

Analyze the use of narrative strategies such as setting, plot, and character.
Evaluate the cultural significance of various texts and their accompanying films.
Write university-level analytical essays and discussion posts about literary and cinematic texts and the issues
they raise.

Major Study Units:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Introduction to film and narrative

The Vampire
Frankenstein
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Modern adaptations

Instructional Strategies: This class includes readings, films, textual and video instruction, quizzes, discussions, and projects.
Instructional Strategies may be further explained in the course Blackboard site.
Attendance:
Requirements for students attendance and participation will be defined by each instructor based on the following policy:

Monday of the first week is considered the first day of class for online and blended instruction. This includes instruction
for fully online classes and online instruction supporting blended classes.

Regular onsite attendance is expected for on-campus student success. If a student misses more than one onsite class or
one week of engagement in an online class, the student may, at the discretion of the instructor, fail the course. Students
are expected to attend all classes, particularly the first night of class.

Students who will miss more than one class have the responsibility to discuss their attendance with the instructor in
advance. Students should also consider withdrawing from a course if they will be absent more than once. Instructors may,
but are not obligated to, accommodate students under extraordinary circumstances, but the student must request
accommodation and provide requested supporting documentation.

If a student misses a portion (e.g., arriving late or leaving early) of an onsite course, the students grade may be adversely
affected. Students who are not in attendance for at least 75 percent of any scheduled class may be considered absent for
that class. Students should discuss missing portions of a class with their instructor to determine how their grade may be
affected.

Regular online attendance/participation and engagement is expected for student success in both fully online and blended
courses. Online participation is evident through posting to a discussion board, wiki, virtual office or classroom meeting, a
drop box, attending a virtual seminar, completing real-time activities or quizzes, or other course-related activities
(synchronous or asynchronous).

Online students who have not logged into their course shell by the end of the first week may, at the discretion of the
instructor, be dropped from the course. Students who do not login for two consecutive weeks in an online course at any
time during the term may, at the discretion of the instructor, fail the course.

Schools and programs may have different attendance policies. Refer to school and program specific information for
additional attendance policies.

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Letter Grade/Percentage Equivalents:

Grade Point System
(Rounded up at .5 and up)
A = 94%-100%

B = 84%-86%

C = 74%-76%

D = 64%-66%

A- = 90%-93%

B- = 80%-83%

C- = 70%-73%

D-= 60%-63%

B+ = 87%-89%

C+ = 77%-79%

D+ = 67%-69%

F=59% and below

Methods of Evaluation for Determining Grades (Online and Blended):
Assignments

Points

Discussion Board Assignments (8x25) DBs will either be one or two weeks in length, all weeks will have
deadlines.

200

Quizzes (3x50)

150

Midterm Essay

150

Journals (4 x 50)

200

Final Essay

300

Total Points
Possible in
Course: 1000

Class by Class Outline for Online and Blended course:
Week

Topics

Assignments

Week 1

Readings/Preparation
1. King, S. (1984). Why we crave horror movies. Retrieved from:
http://tinyurl.com/zogw6pq
2. Polidori, J. (1819). The vampyre. Retrieved from:
http://etc.usf.edu/lit2go/96/the-vampyre/1654/the-vampyre/
Assignments Due this Week
1. Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two
student posts in each folder unless directed otherwise.
Thursday midnight is the deadline for the first post (the one that answers
the prompt) and two responses before Sunday at midnight. These
deadlines will be the same each week unless your instructor informs you

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otherwise.
2. Basic narrative terms quiz (50 points)
Week 2

Readings/Preparation
1. Stott, A.M. (2013). The poet, the physician, and the birth of the modern
vampire. Retrieved from: http://publicdomainreview.org/2014/10/16/thepoet-the-physician-and-the-birth-of-the-modern-vampire/
VIEW: Browning, T. (1931). Dracula: https://www.amazon.com/Dracula-TodBrowning/dp/B002MG2RG0/ref=sr_1_1?s=instantvideo&ie=UTF8&qid=1469486988&sr=8-1&keywords=dracula+1931 (streaming
rental 3.99)
The 1931 version of Dracula is a classic, and it is required. Then, you may choose
one of the following two movies to view. (If you have another vampire movie you
are willing to explain, summarize, and then use to fulfill the assignment, seek
permission from your instructor first).
(EITHER) Jordan, N. (1994). Interview with a vampire.
https://www.amazon.com/Interview-Vampire-Chronicles-TomCruise/dp/B001AITH50/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469487253&sr=81&keywords=interview+with+a+vampire
(streaming rental, $3.99) This is rated R, so you have the option to watch Twilight
(PG-13) instead.
(OR) Hardwicke, C. (2008). Twilight. https://www.amazon.com/Twilight-KristenStewart/dp/B001T5D6LK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469487394&sr=81&keywords=Twilight
(Twilight has no option for rental, you have to buy it for $6.99 to stream it. If you
already own it, great, otherwise, try to borrow ityour local library may have a
copy).
Assignments Due this Week
1. Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two
student posts in each folder unless directed otherwise. (40 points)

Week 3

Readings/Preparation:
You will have three weeks to read Frankenstein. During the next two weeks, you
should also watch the following two movies. We will discuss them in Week 5.
Whale, J. (1931). Frankenstein. https://www.amazon.com/Frankenstein-JamesWhale/dp/B002RXTWWA/ref=sr_1_1?s=moviestv&ie=UTF8&qid=1469683163&sr=1-1&keywords=Frankenstein+1931 (

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Branagh, K. (1994). Frankenstein. https://www.amazon.com/Mary-ShelleysFrankenstein-Robert-Niro/dp/B00K1WGTIY/ref=sr_1_1?s=instantvideo&ie=UTF8&qid=1469683646&sr=1-1&keywords=Frankenstein+branagh

This week, read:
1. Shelley, M. (1818). Frankenstein: Or, the modern Prometheus. Retrieved
from: http://etc.usf.edu/lit2go/128/frankenstein-or-the-modernprometheus/2279/preface-and-letters/
Preface and Letters through Chapter 8
Assignments Due this Week
1. Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two
student posts in each folder unless directed otherwise. (40 points)
Week 4

Readings/Preparation
1. Shelley, M. (1818). Frankenstein: Or, the modern Prometheus. Retrieved
from: http://etc.usf.edu/lit2go/128/frankenstein-or-the-modernprometheus/2279/preface-and-letters/
Chapters 9 through 17
View:
1. Don't Reanimate Corpses! Frankenstein Part 1: https://youtu.be/SyyrwoCec1k
(12:56)
2. Dont Reanimate Corpses! Frankenstein Part II: https://youtu.be/hRDjmyEvmBI
(12:36)
Assignments Due this Week
1. Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two
student posts in each folder unless directed otherwise. (40 points)
2. Problem Statement Letter, due before Sunday at midnight (80 points)

Week 5

Readings/Preparation
1. Shelley, M. (1818). Frankenstein: Or, the modern Prometheus. Retrieved
from: http://etc.usf.edu/lit2go/128/frankenstein-or-the-modernprometheus/2279/preface-and-letters/
Chapters 18 through 24
View:
Whale, J. (1931). Frankenstein. https://www.amazon.com/Frankenstein-JamesWhale/dp/B002RXTWWA/ref=sr_1_1?s=movies-

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tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1469683163&sr=1-1&keywords=Frankenstein+1931 (streaming
rental, $3.99)
Branagh, K. (1994). Frankenstein. https://www.amazon.com/Mary-ShelleysFrankenstein-Robert-Niro/dp/B00K1WGTIY/ref=sr_1_1?s=instantvideo&ie=UTF8&qid=1469683646&sr=1-1&keywords=Frankenstein+branagh

Assignments Due this Week
1. Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two
student posts in each folder unless directed otherwise. (40 points)
Week 6

Readings/Preparation
1. Stevenson, R. L. (1886). The strange case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Retrieved
from: http://etc.usf.edu/lit2go/207/the-strange-case-of-dr-jekyll-and-mrhyde/4553/chapter-1-the-story-of-the-door/
Assignments Due this Week
1. Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two
student posts in each folder unless directed otherwise. (25 points)
2.

Week 7

Readings/Preparation
View: Fleming, V. (1941). Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. https://www.amazon.com/DrJekyll-Hyde-Spencer-Tracy/dp/B001QB9BW0/ref=sr_1_2?s=instantvideo&ie=UTF8&qid=1469683863&sr=1-2&keywords=dr+jekyll+and+mr+hyde
Assignments Due this Week
1. Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two
student posts in each folder unless directed otherwise. (40 points)

Class by Class Outline for Fully Online course:
Week

Topics

Assignments

Week 1

Professional
Documents;

Readings/Preparation

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1. Read: Canovor and Meirowtiz, Introduction; Part I, Truths 1-4; Part VIII,

Use of New Media

Truth 43; Griffin, How to Write a Professional Bio (Readings Folder) ;

2. Watch: LinkedIn for Students; Writing for Social Media (Video Folder)
3. Research: Employers and position announcements in your preferred field
4. Write: LinkedIn Bio; Social media scenario/plan
Assignments Due this Week
Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two student posts
in each folder unless directed otherwise. (40 points total)

Week 2

Professional
Correspondence

Readings/Preparation
1. Read: Canovor and Meirowtiz, Part I, Truths 5-9; Truth 28; Purdue OWL:
How to Format a Memo (Readings Folder); Brandman University Career
Services, Cover Letters (Readings Folder)
2. Write: Memo, Cover Letter, and Resume; read Week Three Letter
assignments.
3. Your final presentation is a multimedia presentation using Powtoon. This
week, sign up for Powtoon live training through the CII:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050d4da4ac22aa8-trainings (Its highly
recommended that you complete the one-hour live training where you can
ask questions, but if you cannot make one of the scheduled times, use the
tutorials at Powtoon: http://www.powtoon.com/tutorials/ ).
Assignments Due this Week
1. No later than Sunday at midnight, submit one file containing 1. Memo,
2. Cover Letter, and 3. Resume to the Assignments area.
Title your file: Last Name_ ENGU 380_Assignment 1 (For example,
Lopez_ENGU 380_Assignment 1). (100 points)
2. Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two
student posts in each folder unless directed otherwise. (40 points)

Week 3

Professional
Correspondence

Readings/Preparation
1. Read: Canovor and Meirowtiz, Part III, Truths 22-24; Part IV, Truths 26-2
2. Write: Professional Email; Professional Letter
Assignments Due this Week
1. Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two
student posts in each folder unless directed otherwise. (40 points)

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Week 4

Professional
Correspondence;
Reports

Readings/Preparation
Read: Canovor and Meirowtiz, Truth 32; Leviticus, Problem Statements (Readings
Folder).
Research: Workplace issues in your current (or former) company.
Write: Problem Statement Letter
Assignments Due this Week
1. Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two
student posts in each folder unless directed otherwise. (40 points)
2. Problem Statement Letter, due before Sunday at midnight (80 points)

Week 5

Reports

Readings/Preparation
1. Read: Canovor and Meirowtiz, Part V, Truth 29; Part IX, Truth 48
2. Research: Audience, purpose, and exigence of the workplace problem;
research solutions.
3. Write: Problem/Solution Report Draft (Spend this week writing the draft
it is due to the Discussion Board on Monday of Week 6!)
Assignments Due this Week
1. Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two
student posts in each folder unless directed otherwise. (40 points)

Week 6

Reports

Readings/Preparation
1. Read: Canovor and Meirowtiz, Part II, Truths 17-21
2. Write: Edit and revise Problem/Solution Report: Draft is due MONDAY
NIGHT BEFORE MIDNIGHT! Post your report draft in the Week Six
Discussion Board. Your review of two other reports will be due no later than
FRIDAY NIGHT AT MIDNIGHT. Please plan accordingly.
Assignments Due this Week
1. Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two
student posts in each folder unless directed otherwise. (40 points)
2. Problem/Solution Report due Sunday before midnight. (200 points)

Week 7

New Media

Readings/Preparation
1. Read: Canovor and Meirowtiz: Part VIII, Truth 42; Part IX, Truth 50-52;
Duarte, Structure Your Presentation Like a Story (Reading folder)

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2. Watch: Powtoon tutorials (if needed)

3. Write: Presentation Script (approx. 4 pages or 1000 words). Begin working
on your Powtoon Presentationthe draft is due Monday of Week Eight!
Assignments Due this Week
1. Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two
student posts in each folder unless directed otherwise. (40 points)

Week 8

New Media

Readings/Preparation
1. Read: No additional readings
2. Write: Complete Multimedia Presentation and script; Reflective Journal
Assignments Due this Week
1. Complete assigned discussion prompts; respond to a minimum of two
student posts in each folder unless directed otherwise. (40 points)
2. Multimedia Presentation DRAFT. Post in Discussion Board by MONDAY at
midnight; Answer posted questions during the week. Final submitted before
Sunday at midnight (copy and paste the url on to a document and submit
the file with your last name in the file title). (200 points)
3. Reflective Journal (30 points)

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