LIT 223 - African American Literature

3 Credit(s)

Survey of African-American literature from colonial America to present day United States. Includes slave narratives, essays speeches, music, poetry, short fiction, novels and drama/film, as well as a focus on their historical contexts.

Prereqs: ENG 101 or ENG 102 with a passing grade
Course Type: Lecture
Tuition Tier: Base
Delivery Method:
In-Person, Remote
CORE42 MOTR Number - Name:
MOTR LITR 105AA - Multicultural Literature Core MOTR Image

Course Learning Outcomes:
CLO 1) Students will examine and discuss how literature enhances self-awareness and cultural appreciation.
CLO 2) Students will describe the social, historical, and cultural context from which the literature is derived.
CLO 3) Students will articulate an informed response to the texts using the language of the genres.
CLO 4) Students will explain various critical approaches to literature.
CLO 5) Students will formulate and defend a personal critical approach to literature with evidence from texts.