Syllabus:
Level: Undergraduate (S2 Students) Duration: 14 weeks
Weekly Hours: 2 hours
Semester: 1
Course Overview
In this course, students will be introduced to English grammar and focus on foundational concepts such as tenses, parts of speech, sentence structure, and punctuation. Through lectures, exercises, and practical applications, students will develop a strong grasp of grammatical rules and their use in both written and spoken communication.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
Identify and explain the key parts of speech, tenses, sentence types, and punctuation rules in English grammar.
Use correct grammar in constructing sentences, paragraphs, and short compositions.
Differentiate between simple, compound, and complex sentences and construct
examples of each.
Apply basic and advanced punctuation rules in writing for clarity and accuracy.
Identify common grammatical mistakes and revise sentences for improved accuracy and style.
Write grammatically correct and coherent paragraphs, demonstrating proper use of tenses, sentence structure, and punctuation.
Key Reading Supplements
Murphy, Raymond. English Grammar in Use (5th Edition). Cambridge University Press. Weekly Schedule
Week 1: Introduction to Grammar
Definition and importance of grammar.
Overview of the course structure and objectives.
Diagnostic test to assess prior knowledge.
Week 2: Parts of Speech I
Nouns: Types (common, proper, abstract, collective). Pronouns: Types and usage.
Adjectives: Types and degrees of comparison.
Week 3: Parts of Speech II
Verbs: Main and auxiliary verbs.
Adverbs: Types and positions in sentences.
Prepositions: Types and common errors.
Week 4: Parts of Speech III
Conjunctions: Coordinating, subordinating, and correlative. Interjections: Expressing emotion in writing.
Articles: Definite and indefinite articles.
Week 5: Tenses I
Present Tenses: Simple, continuous, perfect, and perfect continuous. Usage and common errors.
Week 6: Tenses II
Past Tenses: Simple, continuous, perfect, and perfect continuous. Usage and differences between tenses.
Week 7: Tenses III
Future Tenses: Simple, continuous, perfect, and perfect continuous. Expressing intentions, plans, and predictions.
Week 8: Types of Sentences I
Simple sentences: Structure and examples.
Compound sentences: Use of conjunctions and punctuation. Complex sentences: Subordinate clauses and relative pronouns. Week 9: Types of Sentences II
Declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory sentences. Identifying and constructing different types of sentences.
Week 10: Punctuation I
Basic punctuation marks: Periods, commas, and question marks. Usage rules and common errors.
Week 11: Punctuation II
Advanced punctuation: Semicolons, colons, quotation marks, and parentheses. Punctuation in formal and informal writing.
Week 12: Error Analysis and Correction
Identifying common grammatical errors.
Practice correcting sentences and improving clarity.
Week 13: Practical Applications
Writing paragraphs with correct grammar and punctuation.
Peer review and feedback on written work.
Week 14: Evaluation
The exam is designed to assess students’ foundational knowledge and practical application of English grammar, focusing on key areas such as tenses, parts of speech, sentence structure, and punctuation. It is divided into four comprehensive sections, each targeting specific learning objectives.
Course Syllabus:
Level: Undergraduate (S2 Students) Duration: 14 weeks
Weekly Hours: 2 hours
Semester: 2
Course Overview
In this course, students will explore cultural concepts and their impact on human behavior, beliefs, and societal structures. Through readings, discussions, and analytical exercises, students will engage with topics such as gender, cultural norms, food habits, cultural relativism, and the transformative effects of historical inventions. The course encourages critical thinking and fosters an appreciation of cultural diversity.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Understand and analyze cultural texts: Students will be able to identify key themes, values, and practices in cultural texts and analyze their significance within specific cultural contexts.
Apply critical theories to cultural readings: Students will apply critical theories (e.g., postcolonial theory, feminism, Marxism) to interpret cultural texts and understand their underlying power structures.
Examine cultural identity and representation: Students will explore how cultural identities (e.g., gender, race, class, nationality) are represented in various cultural texts and media.
Compare cultural perspectives: Students will compare and contrast different cultural perspectives and examine how culture shapes worldviews, behaviors, and social norms.
Evaluate the role of culture in shaping societal values: Students will critically assess how cultural products (literature, film, art, etc.) reflect and influence societal values, norms, and ideologies.
Develop cultural empathy: Students will demonstrate an understanding of cultural diversity and develop empathy for cultures different from their own through the analysis of cultural texts.
Weekly Schedule
Week 1: Introduction to Culture
Definition and components of culture.
Overview of the course structure and objectives.
Week 2: Gender and Socialization
What is gender?
The role of family, peers, school, mass media, and religion in shaping gender norms and expectations.
Week 3: Culture Shock
Definition and phases of culture shock (honeymoon, frustration, adjustment, and acceptance). Coping strategies for navigating new cultural environments.
Week 4: Food and Culture
Variations in food habits and preferences across cultures.
Factors influencing food choices (e.g., geography, religion, tradition).
Week 5: Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism
Definitions and examples of cultural relativism and ethnocentrism.
The importance of these concepts in understanding and respecting other cultures.
Week 6: The Impact of Technology on Culture
The wheel and the printing press as transformative inventions.
How these innovations changed communication, work, and societal organization.
Week 7: Literature and Culture
Analyzing Shirley Jackson’s “The Lottery”.
Exploring culture as inherited and unquestioned through literary analysis.
Week 8: Cultural Identity and Stereotypes
The role of culture in shaping identity.
Addressing cultural stereotypes and their implications.
Week 9: Religion and Culture
The influence of religion on cultural practices and values.
Comparative analysis of religious rituals across cultures.
Week 10: Media and Cultural Representation
How mass media portrays and shapes cultural norms.
Case studies on cultural representation in films, advertisements, and news.
Week 11: Traditions and Change
The tension between preserving traditions and embracing change.
Examples of evolving traditions in contemporary societies.
Week 12: Globalization and Cultural Exchange
The effects of globalization on cultural practices and identities.
Benefits and challenges of cultural exchange.
Week 13: Cultural Practices and Symbols
The significance of symbols in cultural expression.
Examples of cultural practices tied to specific symbols.
Week 14: Final Review and Exam Preparation
The exam of this course assesses students’ understanding of key concepts in cultural studies, including gender, culture shock, food habits, cultural relativism, ethnocentrism, and the impact of technological inventions on society. It encourages critical thinking by asking students to discuss the role of various social institutions in shaping cultural norms, explore the phases of adapting to a new culture, and analyze how cultural practices and beliefs are inherited and maintained. Additionally, the exam challenges students to engage with literary texts, such as Shirley Jackson’s “The Lottery,” to explore how culture can be unquestioningly passed down through generations. Each question is designed to evaluate students’ ability to synthesize theoretical knowledge with real-world examples.
Course Syllabus
Level: Undergraduate Duration: 14 weeks Weekly Hours: 2 hours Semester 3
Course Overview
Guided Reading course aims to improve students’ basic and critical reading skills for better comprehension and interpretation of complex reading material related to their fields of study. The course also focuses on expanding students’ vocabulary and integrating general language skills with other courses.
Course Objectives
Develop critical reading skills for various materials related to their fields.
Reinforce and integrate language skills (grammar, writing, speaking).
Understand culturally diverse and authentic materials.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
Apply reading process strategies for understanding complex academic texts.
Use context clues to guess word meanings.
Distinguish main ideas and supporting details.
Identify organizational patterns in texts.
Differentiate between facts and opinions.
Recognize the author’s tone, bias, intent, and attitude.
Make inferences and draw conclusions.
Take relevant notes while reading.
Differentiate between literal and figurative language.
React to texts both orally and in writing.
Use notes for summarizing and paraphrasing.
Increase reading speed.
Read extensively and intensively.
Weekly Syllabus – Fall 2022
Weeks 1 and 2: September 8 – 16
Introduction to the Course
Course syllabus and requirements
Vocabulary journal techniques
Vocabulary in context:
Surveying, Anticipating, Skimming, and Scanning
Chapter 1, Longman Academic Series, Book 3
weekly reading assignments
Weeks 3 and 4: September 19 – 30
Main Ideas
Identifying Supporting Details
Vocabulary: Academic Word Lists, LARS3 Chapters 2-3
weekly reading assignments
Weeks 5 and 6:
Recognizing Rhetorical Patterns
Notetaking/Summarizing
Vocabulary: Academic Word Lists, Longman Academic Series, Book 3, Chapters 4-5 weekly reading assignments
Week 7:
Making Inferences: Longman Academic Series, Book 3, Chapter 8-9
Vocabulary: Academic Word List, Chapter 8-9
Students’ Book Presentations (Reading Project)
weekly reading assignments
Weeks 12 and 13:
Distinguishing Between Fact & Opinion and Studying Fallacies: Longman Academic Series, Book 3, Chapter 10
Recognizing the Author’s Bias (e.g., propaganda)
Detecting Propaganda: Supplementary materials from Ten Steps to Advancing College Week 14: Evaluation
The exam for the Guided Reading 2 module evaluates students’ ability to analyze texts, understand cultural concepts, and identify logical and rhetorical techniques. It is structured into four main sections:
Course Syllabus:
Level: Undergraduate Duration: 14 weeks Weekly Hours: 2 hours Semester: 3
Course Overview:
This course explores significant historical, social, and cultural developments in Britain and the United States. By examining pivotal events and movements, students will gain insights into how history has shaped contemporary culture and society in both nations.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs):
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Analyze key historical events in British and American history and their influence on the
development of modern society.
Compare and contrast the cultural, political, and economic developments of Britain and
the United States.
Evaluate the role of significant historical figures, movements, and inventions in shaping
the modern identities of both nations.
Critically assess the impact of colonialism, industrialization, and globalization on
British and American societies.
Explore the interplay between historical events and cultural shifts, such as the Civil
Rights Movement and the Windrush generation.
Demonstrate a nuanced understanding of how historical eras have contributed to
contemporary political, cultural, and social structures.
Weekly Schedule
British History and Culture (Weeks 1–7)
Week 1: The Norman Conquest and Magna Carta
The Norman Conquest (1066 CE) and its impact on English society and governance. The Magna Carta (1215 CE) as a foundation for constitutional governance.
Week 2: The Wars of the Roses and Tudor England
The Wars of the Roses (1455–1487 CE) and their influence on the monarchy.
The Tudor period (1485–1603 CE) and its cultural and religious transformations. Week 3: The English Civil Wars and Restoration
Causes and consequences of the English Civil Wars (1642–1651 CE).
Restoration England (1660 CE) and the re-establishment of the monarchy.
Week 4: The Industrial Revolution
The Industrial Revolution (1760–1840 CE) and its impact on British society, economy, and culture.
Week 5: The British Empire
The rise and global influence of the British Empire (19th–20th centuries).
British Empire during World Wars I & II.
Week 6: Post-War Britain: Windrush and the Swinging Sixties
The Windrush generation and its cultural significance.
The cultural shifts of the Swinging Sixties.
Week 7: Brexit and Modern Britain
Brexit and its implications for Britain’s cultural and political identity. Reflection on Britain’s legacy in the global context.
American History and Culture (Weeks 8–13)
Week 8: The American Revolutionary War
Key events and consequences of the Revolutionary War.
Formation of the United States as an independent nation.
Week 9: The Civil War and Reconstruction
Causes and outcomes of the Civil War.
The Reconstruction Era (1861–1900) and its social impact.
Week 10: The Great Depression and New Deal
The Great Depression (1929–1941) and its effects on American society.
The New Deal and its legacy.
Week 11: The United States in World War II
America’s role in World War II (1939–1945).
Domestic and global changes resulting from the war.
Week 12: Civil Rights Movement
Key events, leaders, and achievements of the Civil Rights Movement.
The cultural and societal impact of the movement.
Week 13: The Moon Landing and America’s Global Image
The Moon Landing (1969) as a symbol of American innovation and ambition. The space race and its influence on culture and society.
Week 14: Evaluation
Final exam
In the final exam, students were asked to select and discuss key historical eras from both British and American history and describe how these periods influenced the modern history of the respective countries. The exam required students to analyze the cultural, political, and social impacts of these eras, demonstrating a clear understanding of how historical events shaped contemporary identities.
Course Syllabus:
Level: Undergraduate Duration: 14 weeks Weekly Hours: 2 hours Semester: 4
Course Overview
In this course, students will be introduced to the study of literature and focus on its forms, techniques, and analysis. Students will explore key literary genres, including poetry, novels, short stories, and plays, while learning how to critically engage with texts. Through lectures, discussions, and readings, the course will equip students with the tools to analyze and appreciate literature from various cultural and historical contexts.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) for the Course: Introduction to Literature
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Define and explain the fundamental characteristics of literature and its major genres,
including poetry, novels, short stories, and plays.
Apply critical techniques to analyze literary works, focusing on elements such as
theme, character, plot, setting, and stylistic devices.
Recognize and utilize essential literary terms (e.g., metaphor, symbolism, imagery,
tone) in discussing and interpreting texts.
Differentiate between literary forms and analyze their unique features, such as brevity
in short stories, narrative depth in novels, and rhythm in poetry.
Interpret and critically engage with texts from various cultural and historical contexts, including plays, poems, epics, and prose excerpts.
Weekly Schedule
Week 1: What is Literature?
Definition and scope of literature.
Functions and significance of literature in society.
Overview of literary genres and forms.
Week 2: Literary Terms and Concepts
Introduction to essential literary terms (e.g., metaphor, symbolism, imagery, tone, theme). Understanding the language of literary analysis.
Week 3: What is Poetry?
Definition and characteristics of poetry.
Elements of poetry: rhyme, rhythm, meter, and form.
Types of poems: sonnets, free verse, haikus, narrative poems, etc.
Week 4: How to Analyze Poetry
Techniques for reading and interpreting poetry.
Identifying themes, tone, and stylistic devices.
Close reading of selected poems.
Week 5: The Novel
Definition and characteristics of the novel as a genre.
Key elements: plot, setting, characters, themes, and narrative techniques.
Week 6: How to Analyze a Novel
Steps for analyzing a novel: identifying key themes, character development, and structural elements.
Application to excerpts from selected novels.
Week 7: Short Stories
Definition and characteristics of short stories.
Differences between short stories and novels.
Key elements: brevity, single effect, and character focus.
Week 8: How to Analyze a Short Story
Techniques for interpreting short stories.
Identifying themes, symbolism, and narrative perspective.
Close reading of selected short stories.
Week 9: Readings – Plays
Introduction to dramatic texts.
Analysis of key scenes from selected plays.
Discussion of dramatic elements like dialogue, stage directions, and themes.
Week 10: Readings – Novel Excerpts
Close reading of selected excerpts from novels.
Discussion of themes, characters, and narrative techniques.
Week 11: Readings – Short Stories
Reading and discussion of selected short stories.
Focus on literary devices and single-effect storytelling.
Week 12: Readings – Poems and Epics
Exploration of selected poems and excerpts from epics.
Analysis of poetic form, language, and thematic depth.
Week 13: Integration and Review
Revisiting key concepts and techniques from the course.
Group discussions on connections between genres.
Week 14: Evaluation
The exam for the course Introduction to Literature is designed to assess students’ understanding and analytical skills across various literary genres. It includes three main parts, each focusing on a different aspect of the course content:
Students need to analyze characters and themes from a short story, such as O. Henry’s “The Gift of the Magi,” by responding to focused questions.
Students need to identify different types of poems, including their characteristics and notable authors. They analyze a poem excerpt by providing details like the title, author, rhyme scheme, and theme. Students need to engage in critical thinking by addressing broader thematic or structural questions about texts studied in class, such as Jonathan Swift’s “A Modest Proposal.”
Course Syllabus: Stylistics
Level: Undergraduate Duration: 14 weeks Weekly Hours: 2 hours Semester: 5
Course Overview
In this course, students will explore the fascinating field of stylistics, where they will be able to analyze how style is created in both literary and everyday texts. Together, we’ll delve into different perspectives on style and learn how to examine language at various levels, such as sounds, word choices, and visual presentation. Through examples and case studies from literature, students will uncover stylistic techniques and devices like foregrounding, deviation, and parallelism, applying them to texts from a variety of cultural and linguistic traditions.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Define and explain the fundamental concepts of stylistics, including style, foregrounding, deviation, and parallelism.
Conduct detailed stylistic analyses of texts at phonological, lexical, graphological, and pragmatic levels.
Use stylistic frameworks to interpret literary and non-literary texts, identifying how language creates meaning and effect.
Compare stylistic features across texts from different cultures, periods, and genres, demonstrating an awareness of linguistic diversity.
Assess how stylistic choices reflect individual, cultural, or historical perspectives and influence reader interpretation.
Key Readings
Simpson, Paul. Stylistics: A Resource Book for Students.
Selected works of Guillaume Apollinaire and other international authors.
Weekly schedule
Week 1: Introduction to Stylistics Definition and scope of stylistics.
The relationship between language and style. 38
Overview of stylistics in literary and non-literary contexts.
Week 2: Perspectives on Style
Style as Choice: The role of paradigmatic and syntagmatic axes. Style as Individuality: Personal and cultural influences on style. Style as Deviation: Creative departures from linguistic norms. Style as Conformity: Conventional and professional language use. Style as Time/Period: Diachronic variations in style.
Week 3: Phonological Level
Analysis of sound patterns in texts.
Alliteration, assonance, rhyme, and rhythm.
The role of phonology in meaning and tone.
Week 4: Lexical Level
Word choice and its implications for meaning.
Connotations, collocations, and lexical fields.
Lexical creativity in literary texts.
Week 5: Graphological Level
Visual presentation of text: punctuation, capitalization, and layout. Graphological deviations in poetry and prose.
The impact of graphology on reader interpretation.
Week 6: Foregrounding and Deviation
Definition and significance of foregrounding.
Types of deviation (lexical, syntactic, phonological).
Examples of deviation in literary texts.
Week 7: Deviation (Continued)
Further exploration of linguistic deviation.
Analysis of texts demonstrating deviation as a stylistic tool.
Week 8: Parallelism
Types of parallelism (syntactic, semantic, phonological). Parallelism as a form of foregrounding.
Examples from poetry and prose.
Week 9: Pragmatic Aspects (Deixis)
Definition and types of deixis (person, place, time).
The role of deixis in constructing meaning and perspective. Application to narrative texts.
Week 10: Stylistic Analysis of Apollinaire’s Poetry Exploration of stylistic features in Apollinaire’s works. Focus on graphology, phonology, and lexical creativity. Week 11: International Texts I
Stylistic analysis of texts from different cultural backgrounds. Comparative study of stylistic features in global literature.Week 12: International Texts II
Further exploration of international texts.
Emphasis on deviation, parallelism, and foregrounding.
Week 13: Final Review and Project Presentation
Recap of key stylistic concepts and techniques. Student presentations of stylistic analyses. Discussion and feedback on final projects. Week 14: Evaluation
The exam for the Stylistics module is designed to assess students’ ability to conduct stylistic analysis and demonstrate their understanding of key stylistic concepts. It is divided into two main sections:
Students are required to perform a detailed stylistic analysis of two poems, including an excerpt from Emily Dickinson’s “Because I Could Not Stop for Death” (3rd and 4th stanzas). This section tests their ability to identify and interpret stylistic features such as imagery, tone, and structure within a literary context.
Students define foundational stylistic concepts, including stylistics, style, intertextuality, foregrounding, personification, metaphor, and assonance. This section evaluates their theoretical knowledge and understanding of stylistic terminology.
Course Syllabus:
Level: Undergraduate Duration: 14 weeks Weekly Hours: 2 hours Semester: 4
Course Overview
In this course, students will be introduced to the study of literature and focus on its forms, techniques, and analysis. Students will explore key literary genres, including poetry, novels, short stories, and plays, while learning how to critically engage with texts. Through lectures, discussions, and readings, the course will equip students with the tools to analyze and appreciate literature from various cultural and historical contexts.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) for the Course: Introduction to Literature
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Define and explain the fundamental characteristics of literature and its major genres,
including poetry, novels, short stories, and plays.
Apply critical techniques to analyze literary works, focusing on elements such as
theme, character, plot, setting, and stylistic devices.
Recognize and utilize essential literary terms (e.g., metaphor, symbolism, imagery,
tone) in discussing and interpreting texts.
Differentiate between literary forms and analyze their unique features, such as brevity
in short stories, narrative depth in novels, and rhythm in poetry.
Interpret and critically engage with texts from various cultural and historical contexts, including plays, poems, epics, and prose excerpts.
Weekly Schedule
Week 1: What is Literature?
Definition and scope of literature.
Functions and significance of literature in society.
Overview of literary genres and forms.
Week 2: Literary Terms and Concepts
Introduction to essential literary terms (e.g., metaphor, symbolism, imagery, tone, theme). Understanding the language of literary analysis.
Week 3: What is Poetry?
Definition and characteristics of poetry.
Elements of poetry: rhyme, rhythm, meter, and form.
Types of poems: sonnets, free verse, haikus, narrative poems, etc.
Week 4: How to Analyze Poetry
Techniques for reading and interpreting poetry.
Identifying themes, tone, and stylistic devices.
Close reading of selected poems.
Week 5: The Novel
Definition and characteristics of the novel as a genre.
Key elements: plot, setting, characters, themes, and narrative techniques.
Week 6: How to Analyze a Novel
Steps for analyzing a novel: identifying key themes, character development, and structural elements.
Application to excerpts from selected novels.
Week 7: Short Stories
Definition and characteristics of short stories.
Differences between short stories and novels.
Key elements: brevity, single effect, and character focus.
Week 8: How to Analyze a Short Story
Techniques for interpreting short stories.
Identifying themes, symbolism, and narrative perspective.
Close reading of selected short stories.
Week 9: Readings – Plays
Introduction to dramatic texts.
Analysis of key scenes from selected plays.
Discussion of dramatic elements like dialogue, stage directions, and themes.
Week 10: Readings – Novel Excerpts
Close reading of selected excerpts from novels.
Discussion of themes, characters, and narrative techniques.
Week 11: Readings – Short Stories
Reading and discussion of selected short stories.
Focus on literary devices and single-effect storytelling.
Week 12: Readings – Poems and Epics
Exploration of selected poems and excerpts from epics.
Analysis of poetic form, language, and thematic depth.
Week 13: Integration and Review
Revisiting key concepts and techniques from the course.
Group discussions on connections between genres.
Week 14: Evaluation
The exam for the course Introduction to Literature is designed to assess students’ understanding and analytical skills across various literary genres. It includes three main parts, each focusing on a different aspect of the course content:
Students need to analyze characters and themes from a short story, such as O. Henry’s “The Gift of the Magi,” by responding to focused questions.
Students need to identify different types of poems, including their characteristics and notable authors. They analyze a poem excerpt by providing details like the title, author, rhyme scheme, and theme. Students need to engage in critical thinking by addressing broader thematic or structural questions about texts studied in class, such as Jonathan Swift’s “A Modest Proposal.”