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    Unit Code: LIT 102 Unit Title: Program(s) : Lecturer Name: Lecturer Contacts: Consultation Time

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    This 3-page document provides information on the LIT 102 Introduction to Literary Appreciation course for the B.Ed. Arts program at Zetech University. The course aims to familiarize students with literary appreciation and expose them to various literary genres like poetry, drama, and prose. Over 13 weeks, topics like the definition of literature, elements of different genres, and literary appreciation techniques will be covered through lectures, discussions and student presentations. Students will be assessed through two CAT exams, a class presentation, and a final exam worth 70% of their grade. The course intends to equip students with the skills needed to study literature in their subsequent years.

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    This 3-page document provides information on the LIT 102 Introduction to Literary Appreciation course for the B.Ed. Arts program at Zetech University. The course aims to familiarize students with literary appreciation and expose them to various literary genres like poetry, drama, and prose. Over 13 weeks, topics like the definition of literature, elements of different genres, and literary appreciation techniques will be covered through lectures, discussions and student presentations. Students will be assessed through two CAT exams, a class presentation, and a final exam worth 70% of their grade. The course intends to equip students with the skills needed to study literature in their subsequent years.

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    This 3-page document provides information on the LIT 102 Introduction to Literary Appreciation course for the B.Ed. Arts program at Zetech University. The course aims to familiarize students with literary appreciation and expose them to various literary genres like poetry, drama, and prose. Over 13 weeks, topics like the definition of literature, elements of different genres, and literary appreciation techniques will be covered through lectures, discussions and student presentations. Students will be assessed through two CAT exams, a class presentation, and a final exam worth 70% of their grade. The course intends to equip students with the skills needed to study literature in their subsequent years.

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    Unit Code: LIT 102

    Unit Title: INTRODUCTION TO LITERARY APPRECIATION


    Program(s): B.Ed. Arts,
    Lecturer Name: Dr Oduor
    Lecturer Contacts: Email: [email protected]
    Consultation time Open door policy

    UNIT DESCRIPTION/ OBJECTIVES OF THE UNIT

    This is an introductory level course designed to familiarize students with the intricacies of
    appreciating the beauty and complexities of literature. It provides the necessary foundation
    for literary scholarship by introducing students to the basic concepts involved in the process
    of exploring literary works of various types. The course exposes the students to the
    uniqueness of the various literary genres as well as the essential literary terms. There is a
    practical engagement of students in the process of literary appreciation of works of prose,
    drama, and poetry. This is intended to equip them with the necessary expertise they need in
    their successive years of literary engagement.

    EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES

    This course intends to achieve the following objectives:


    (a) Introduce students to the study of literature and literary appreciation.
    (b) Familiarize students with the unique characteristics of the various literary genres.
    (c) Acquaint students with the necessary procedures of literary appreciation.
    (d) Prepare students for further studies in literary appreciation.

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    COURSE SYLLABUS AND SCHEDULE

    Class/Week Topic Sub topic


    1 Introduction Art of Academic Writing
    2 Literature and Literary Definition of literature and literary
    Appreciation appreciation
    3 The Basics of literary appreciation
    4 The nature of literary appreciation
    Functions of literary appreciation
    CAT 1 CAT 1
    5 Overview of literary genres Poetry
    6 Drama
    Prose
    Orature
    6-7 Poetry Elements of Poetry
    Form and Structure
    Practical Appreciation

    8-9 Drama Elements of Drama


    Dramatic Techniques
    Practical Appreciation
    10 CAT 2 CAT2
    11-12 Prose Sub-genres of prose
    Features of prose
    Practical Appreciation
    13 Examinations and Revisions

    TEACHING/LEARNING METHODOLOGY
    The instructional procedures: lectures, class discussion and presentations, analytical
    questions, case study, use of visual aids, illustrations, group and class discussions, etc.
    INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

    1. These will include: Tablet, Smart board, LCD projector & Computers, Flipcharts,
    televisions, videos

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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

    Assessment Type Frequency Percentage


    CATs 2 20%
    Class Presentations 1 10
    Final Examination 1 70%
    Total 100%

    REFERENCES

    Primary Texts
    Cook, D. & Rubadiri, D. (ed). (1971). Poems from East Africa. Kampala: East African Educational
    Publishers.
    Ruganda, John. The Burdens. Nairobi: East African Educational Publishers.
    Kimenye, B. (1966). Kalasanda Revisited. London: Oxford University Press.
    Meja, M. (1973). Kill me Quick. Nairobi: East African Educational Publishers.
    Ola Rotimi (1971). The Gods are not to Blame. Oxford University Press.

    References
    Forster, E. M. (1956). Aspects of the Novel. London: Edward Arnold.
    Graham, D. (1968). Introduction to Poetry. London: Oxford University Press.
    Hargreaves, D. R. A. & Robins, P. (1981). A Poetry Course for Advanced Level in East Africa.
    Nairobi: Heinemann Kenya.
    Moody, H. L. B. (1968). Literary Appreciation: A Practical Guide to the Understanding and
    Enjoyment of Literature in English. London: Longmans.
    Peck, J & Coyle, M. (1984). Literary Terms and Criticism. New York: Macmillan.
    Taylor, R. (1981). Understanding Elements of Literature. London: Macmillan

    Approval for circulation by:

    Unit lecture name: Dr. Tony Oduor signature:

    Hod name: Mrs Linda Ombogo signature:

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