SPAN 602R
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Special Topics in Contemporary Literary Theory
Spanish and Portuguese
College of Humanities
Course Description
Topics, figures, themes, and movements in contemporary theory as they relate to Hispanic literatures, cultures, and film.
When Taught
Contact Department
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Instructor's consent
Recommended
Span 601B
Note
Especially recommended for students planning to pursue doctoral studies in Hispanic literature.
Title
Role of Critical Theory
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate an awareness of the role critical theory plays in the profession vis-á-vis professional conferences, publication in scholarly journals, and in teaching.
Title
Theory, Research, and Writing
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate an awareness of the relationship between literary theory and original research and scholarly writing.
Title
Critical Theory
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of at least one particular aspect of contemporary critical theory (e.g. deconstruction, film studies, feminism, cultural studies, psychoanalysis, cultural studies).
