ENG-2070 - Introduction to Poetry* (H) (3)

Prerequisite: ENG-1010 or ENG-1010T
Students in this course survey the development of American and English poetry with emphasis on the relationship between poems and the cultures from which they emerged. Students learn about and use critical literary theory to discuss and write about literature. Students will learn about and demonstrate their awareness of the historical, cultural, social, and philosophical influences that shaped and were, at times, shaped by the English language poets. Students demonstrate this knowledge and understanding through a variety of activities and assessments. This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement.

List Course Outcomes (consistent for all sections)
CO1 - Identify terminology/vocabulary/elements of the genre.

CO2 - Explain poetry’s role in cultural, intellectual, and historical developments contributing to the broad human experience.

CO3 - Critically evaluate literary content and concepts using a variety of applications.

CO4 - Synthesize information, making connections within and among the works studied.

CO5 - Produce original texts using correct MLA formatting, citation, and documentation standards.

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