ENGL 4402 Medieval Literature

Survey of British prose, poetry, and drama from the eighth to the fourteenth century; with emphasis on Chaucer and Malory; assigned texts may also include Beowulf, works by the Pearl Poet, mystery plays, and Everyman.

Registration Name

Medieval Literature

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Prerequisite

2000-level ENGL course with a grade of "C" or better.

Offered

Demorest: Spring (odd)

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. To read and interpret medieval English Literature through various critical lenses, especially through the lens of the “other.”
2. To question the role of women in medieval society and literature.
3. To construct an original 15 source annotated bibliography on some aspect of medieval English literature.
4. To analyze medieval literature through the development of critical essays.
5. To gain a clearer sense of medieval English culture and society through a careful study of the literature.