Features in Italian Literature
A survey of Italian literature from the Middle Ages to the Baroque period, taught in Italian with varying topics.
Summary
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2019: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=6 letter grades); Fall 2021: 3.56 GPA, 75.0% A/AB (n=8 letter grades); Fall 2024: 3.73 GPA, 81.8% A/AB (n=11 letter grades).
What you’ll be able to do
Analyze literary texts through reading, class discussion, writing of commentary, demonstrating a competent understanding of the content of the studied materials and the time period in which they have been elaborated.
Articulate an understanding of the relationship between specific works and the historical and cultural contexts in which they were created.
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and critical insight within their area of specialization.
Synthesize and define a field of inquiry in a persuasive, coherent, and original manner.
Utilize research sources, tools, and strategies effectively within the field of Italian literature and culture.
Develop the ability to write a critical essay that presents a well-reasoned, analytical argument.
Demonstrate in new contexts knowledge and critical insight within their area of specialization.
Synthesize and present a field of inquiry in a persuasive, coherent, and original manner.
Utilize research sources, tools, and strategies effectively within the field of Italian literature.
Source: UW Guide
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Prerequisites
Course mapITALIAN 321, 322, or graduate/professional standing
- ITALIAN 321
- ITALIAN 322
- graduate/professional standing
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- Any of
- ITALIAN 321
- ITALIAN 322
- graduate/professional standing
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the class
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2019: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=6 letter grades); Fall 2021: 3.56 GPA, 75.0% A/AB (n=8 letter grades); Fall 2024: 3.73 GPA, 81.8% A/AB (n=11 letter grades).
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Topics
- Italian literature from the Middle Ages to the Baroque period.
- Instruction conducted in the Italian language.
Skills
- Analyzing literary texts and writing commentaries.
- Writing critical essays with analytical arguments.
- Utilizing research sources and strategies in Italian literature.
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