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[Free] English Literature: Learn English Literature Essentials

Learn English literature essentials for college/university in 30 minutes plot, characterization, symbolism, themes. – Free Course

Added on April 6, 2024 Teaching & Academics 2 min read

What you’ll learn

• Analyze the plot to understand how a story develops
• Analyze how writers use characterization to develop characters and move the story forward
• Analyze symbolism in English literature
• Analyze a literary text for themes

Requirements

• You should have an upper-intermediate level of English proficiency, equivalent to an IELTS band score of 6 to 7. This means you can use and understand fairly complex language and express yourself fairly clearly and coherently in English.
• You should have access to a computer with an internet connection and a word processor, such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs. You will need these tools to write, edit, and submit your assignment online.
• You should have some basic experience in reading English literature. This course will help you to learn the fundamentals of English literature as a college or university student.

Description

Introducing “English Literature: Learn English Literature Essentials” – your guide to learning English literature essentials for college/university in 30 minutes plot, characterization, symbolism, themes.

You’ll no longer get lost in complex stories or miss deeper meanings. We break down these crucial analytical skills using examples from the classic novel The Great Gatsby.

In Section 1, you’ll learn what “plot” means in English literature. You’ll be able to name the 5 key stages of a plot structure. Mastering plot analysis allows you to track how tensions build and understand how a story develops.

Section 2 covers characterization. You’ll be able to identify and analyze how writers use characterization to develop characters and move the story forward.

Symbolism is the focus of Section 3. You’ll be able to define symbolism and its purpose, identify symbols, and analyze symbolism in English literature.

In Section 4, you’ll discover what “themes” are and how to recognize them. You’ll be able to analyse a literary text for themes.

After just 30 minutes with 10 concise lectures, you’ll be able to:

• Appreciate English literary works with more confidence

• Analyze literature in more depth

• Discuss literature more insightfully

This course is perfect for college/university students who use English as a second language and are new to English literature. Join now to appreciate and analyze English literature more effectively!