Course Language:
English
Course Content:
| This course discusses the development of the Gothic novel and its relationship to contemporary critical theory. |
Teaching Methods:
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Discussion, 4: Simulation, 5: Case Study
Assessment Methods:
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Class Performance, C: Homework, D: Presentation
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Learning Outcomes | Program Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1) To introduce contemporary trends in the field of Gothic studies. | 1-4, 5-10 | 1,2,3 | B,C,D |
| 2) To become equipped with the concepts and terminology used in the analysis of literary texts. | 1-4, 5-10 | 1,2,3 | B,C,D |
| 3) To gain the necessary critical faculties for a successful understanding of contemporary literary theories. | 1-4, 5-10 | 1,2,3 | B,C,D |
| 4) To analyze different definitions of “Gothic.” | 1-4, 5-10 | 1,2,3 | B,C,D |
| 5) To discuss and contrast different positions in contemporary Gothic Studies. | 1-4, 5-10 | 1,2,3 | B,C,D |
Course Flow
| COURSE CONTENT | ||
| Week | Topics | Study Materials |
| 1 | Introductory Course I-What is Gothic? | |
| 2 | Introductory Course II-Gothic and Theory | |
| 3 | Gothic and Psychoanalysis | |
| 4 | Gothic and Psychoanalysis | |
| 5 | Gothic and Feminism | |
| 6 | Gothic and Feminism | |
| 7 | Gothic and Marxism | |
| 8 | Gothic and Marxism | |
| 9 | Gothic and Post-structuralism | |
| 10 | Gothic and Post-structuralism | |
| 11 | Gothic and Postmodernism | |
| 12 | Gothic and Postmodernism | |
| 13 | Gothic and Post-colonialism | |
| 14 | Gothic and Post-colonialism | |
| 15 | Conclusion | |
Recommended Sources
| RECOMMENDED SOURCES | |
| Textbook | Catherine Spooner, The Routledge Companion to Gothic |
| Additional Resources | David Punter (ed.), A New Companion to the Gothic |
Material Sharing
| MATERIAL SHARING | |
| Documents | |
| Assignments | |
| Exams | |
Assessment
| ASSESSMENT | ||
| IN-TERM STUDIES | NUMBER | PERCENTAGE |
| Presentation | 1 | 30 |
| Class Performance | 1 | 30 |
| Final Paper | 1 | 40 |
| Total | 100 | |
| CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL PAPER TO OVERALL GRADE | 40 | |
| CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |
Course’s Contribution to Program
| COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM | |||||||
| No | Program Learning Outcomes | Contribution | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | The ability to apply knowledge of English and world literature and social sciences to topics including culture, society, ethics, politics etc. | X | |||||
| 2 | The ability to review, analyze and apply the relevant literature. | X | |||||
| 3 | The ability to carry out interdisciplinary reading and analysis. | X | |||||
| 4 | Utilising the concepts of critical theories in developing life strategies. | X | |||||
| 5 | Awareness of professional ethics and responsibility | X | |||||
| 6 | Effective communication skills. | X | |||||
| 7 | Understanding the global and social impact of literary movements. | X | |||||
| 8 | An awareness of the importance of lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 9 | A knowledge of literature and the cultural issues of the period. | X | |||||
| 10 | Using sources and tools to carry out literary research. | X | |||||
ECTS
| ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION | |||
| Activities | Quantity |
Duration (Hour) |
Total Workload (Hour) |
| Course Duration (15 x course hours) | 15 | 3 | 45 |
| Out-of-classroom study | 15 | 5 | 75 |
| Presentation | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Final Paper | 1 | 35 | 35 |
| Total Work Load | 175 | ||
| Total Work Load / 25 (h) | 7.0 | ||
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 7 | ||