This course is a survey of Canadian literature from at least two genres, including drama, poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. Additionally, the course introduces students to the discussion of Canadian culture and identity.
Prerequisites
ENGL 1100 with a 'C-', or equivalent; and ENGL 1200 with a 'C-', or equivalent.
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What you will learn
- -Texts chosen from at least two genres of Canadian literature (drama, fiction, poetry and/or non-fiction)
-Representations of Canadian culture and identity in literature
-The role of Indigenous literatures in the Canadian literary canon
-Themes and traits common to Canadian culture and literature, such as regional diversity; a connection to the natural environment; anti-Americanism; immigration, multiculturalism, and post-colonialism; and others
-Close-reading and literary analysis
-Relevant literary elements and devices
-Review of the literary analysis essay and research essay genres
-Review of research skills and MLA documentation
-Process writing: Pre-writing (planning and preparing to write), drafting, revising and editing
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.