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Swayam

Understanding Literary Genres and Devices

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Overview

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This 8-week course introduces learners to the foundational concepts of literary studies. We begin with an exploration of literature and its genres, then delve into prose, essays, fiction, poetry, and drama examining their forms and techniques. Literary devices that span across genres are discussed to enhance analytical skills.The final week deals with Practical Criticism which enableslearners to integrate all learning while analysing a text.INTENDED AUDIENCE:UG (Regular and NEP 2020 both batches) PG. Students enrolled in AEC (Ability Enhancement Courses) SEC (Skill Enhancement Courses) PREREQUISITES:Basics of English Language and LiteratureINDUSTRY SUPPORT:NA

Syllabus

Week 1: Foundations of Literature Dr Vishal Singh

Week 2: Prose as a Literary Form by Dr Vishal Singh

Week 3: Fiction as a Literary Form by Dr Vishal Singh

Week 4: The Novel as a Literary Form by Dr Vishal Singh

Week 5: Poetry as a Literary Form by Dr Manjari Jhunjhunwala

Week 6: Drama as a Literary Genre by Dr Vishal Singh

Week 7: Literary Devices and Techniques by Dr Manjari Jhunjhunwala

Week 8: Practical Criticism — From Reading to Interpretation by Dr Vishal Singh

Taught by

Dr Manjari Jhunjhunwala, Dr Vishal Singh

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