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Studies in Literature (ETS4U)

Grade: 12
Type: University Preparation
This resource is for Learners with a special interest in literature and literary criticism. The resource may focus on themes, genres, time periods, or countries. Learners will analyse a range of forms and stylistic elements of literary texts and respond personally, critically, and creatively to them. They will also assess critical interpretations, write analytical essays, and complete an independent study project.
Grade: 12
Type: University Preparation
Prerequisites: None
This resource is for Learners with a special interest in literature and literary criticism. The resource may focus on themes, genres, time periods, or countries. Learners will analyse a range of forms and stylistic elements of literary texts and respond personally, critically, and creatively to them. They will also assess critical interpretations, write analytical essays, and complete an independent study project.
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These learning resources support both Teacher led instruction and independent study.

For independent study, Learners may engage in active notebook reflection whenever prompted to participate in Discussions, Partner Activities, or Quizzes. No assignments can be submitted to TVO for grading or credit.

Educators may refer to the For Teachers page for extra information.

announcement

These learning resources support both Teacher led instruction and independent study.

For independent study, Learners may engage in active notebook reflection whenever prompted to participate in Discussions, Partner Activities, or Quizzes. No assignments can be submitted to TVO for grading or credit.

Educators may refer to the For Teachers page for extra information.

26 Lessons

9 Lessons

1.1   What is literary theory?

1.2   Exploring formalist literary theory

1.3   Understanding reader response literary theory

1.4   Investigating psychoanalytic literary theory

1.5   What is archetypal literary theory?

1.6   Exploring feminist literary theory

1.7   What is Marxist literary theory?

1.8   Understanding postcolonial literary theory

1.9   Tying it all together

5 Lessons

2.1   Exploring narrative structure

2.2   Choosing the right lens

2.3   Writing an analysis of a short story

2.4   Using secondary sources

2.5   Using two schools of thought

5 Lessons

3.1   Exploring poetry

3.2   Asking Deep Questions

3.3   Applying a critical lens to poetry

3.4   Applying literary theory to poetry

3.5   Comparing poetry

7 Lessons

4.1   Selecting a novel

4.2   Developing your Reader's Notebook about your novel

4.3   Developing analytical paragraphs

4.4   Working with essay structure

4.5   Planning the essay

4.6   Completing the essay

4.7   Reviewing Course Contents

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