General Catalog for 2009-10

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(ENGL) English

2013.0 English Studies

This course introduces students to the English major and minor prima-

rily through the study of the genres of literature. A research paper

is required. Prerequisite: CORE 1013, or equivalent.

Spring

2023.0 Advanced Grammar

Designed primarily for the prospective teacher of language, this

course is a rather intensive study of transformational-generative

grammar which explores the syntax, the phonology and the semantics of

the English sentence. Prerequisite: ENGL 2013.

Fall

2043.0 Introduction to Creative Writing

A structured approach to writing poetry and fiction through an exami-

nation of formal verse, free verse and the basic elements of

narration.

Fall

3003.0 Advanced Composition

Through reading and analysis of selected prose models, this course

provides study of rhetorical principles and practice in various forms

of expository writing.

Spring Even Yrs

3013.0 Technical and Professional Writing

Through reading and analysis of selected prose models, this course

provides instruction in forms and styles of writing for various tech-

nical and/or professional purposes. The course is tailored to match

the specific writing needs of the student.

Fall

3073.0 Linguistics

This course presents a survey of the areas of study which the general

field of linguistics comprises. Particular attention is given to

current theories, methods, and practices in phonetics, phonology, mor-

phology, syntax, semantics, sociolinguistics, and psycholinguistics.

Spring Odd Yrs

3083.0 Advanced Creative Writing/Fiction

A structured approach to fiction writing through an examination of

techniques used in contemporary short stories and novels. Pre-

requisite: ENGL 2043 or consent of instructor.

Spring Even Yrs

3093.0 Advanced Creative Writing/Poetry

A structured approach to imaginative writing through an examination

of techniques used in different genres. Prerequisite: Consent of

instructor.

Spring Odd Yrs

3103.0 American Literature to 1865.

This course is a survey of national literature from Columbus to

Whitman.

Fall

3113.0 American Literature Since 1865.

This course is a survey of national literature from Whitman to the

present.

Spring

3223.0 Medieval and Renaissance English Literature

This course presents the chief period, movements, and greatest authors

of English literature from its beginnings to the end of the sixteenth

century.

Fall Even Yrs

3233.0 Seventeenth- and Eighteenth-Century English Literature

This course presents the chief periods, movements, and greatest

authors of English literature throughout the seventeenth and

eighteenth centuries.

Spring Odd Yrs

3243.0 Nineteenth-Century English Literature

This course presents the chief periods, movements, and greatest

authors of English literature throughout the nineteenth century.

Fall Odd Yrs

3253.0 Twentieth-Century English Literature

This course presents the chief periods, movements, and greatest

authors of English literature throughout the twentieth century.

Spring Even Yrs

3303.0 Children's Literature

This course examines the history and major works of literature written

for children.

Spring Odd Yrs

3703.0 3703-3793. Masterpieces of World Literature

This variable topic course presents the chief movements and greatest

authors of world literature. The course may be taken twice for credit

providing that the topics are different.

On Demand

4013.0 Special Methods In English.

This course is designed to provide theory and methodology in teaching

English on the secondary level. Emphasis is on appropriate materials

and methods of teaching, including lecture/discussion, small group

discussion and mastery learning. Prerequisite: EDFN 2003.

Fall Even Yrs

4023.0 History of the English Language

Beginning with a study of the Indo-European languages, the course

presents the various influences of Old English and Middle English upon

the development of the English language of today.

Spring Even Yrs

4073.0 Literary Criticism

Through the study of a limited selection of texts and using a number

of critical approaches, this course presents the format and basic

elements of critical and analytical writing. Prerequisite:

ENGL 2013.

Fall

4103.0 Studies in American Poetry

This variable topic course presents the chief movements and greatest

poets of American literature.

Spring Even Yrs

4113.0 Studies in the American Novel

Selections of major American novels are read and analyzed with special

attention being given to the development of the genre.

Spring Odd Yrs

4173.0 Folkways of the Arkansas Red River Region: I

This course deals with the cultural history of the Upland South in

general and with the Red River Region of Arkansas, Texas, Oklahoma and

Louisiana in particular. Emphasis is given in the course to the

literature, history, music and architecture of the region. The class

is taught at Old Washington State Park in Washington, Arkansas.

Also listed in History.

Summer

4183.0 Folkways of the Arkansas Red River Region: II

This course deals with the cultural history of the Upland South in

general and with the Red River Region of Arkansas, Texas, Oklahoma and

Louisiana in particular. Emphasis is given in the course to the

literature, history, music and architecture of the region. The class

is taught at Old Washington State Park in Washington, Arkansas.

Also listed in History.

Summer

4203.0 Studies in British Poetry

This variable topic course presents the chief movements and greatest

poets of British literature.

Fall Odd Yrs

4213.0 Studies in the British Novel

Selections of major British novels are read and analyzed with special

attention being given to the development of the genre.

Fall Even Yrs

4223.0 Studies in Shakespeare

This course examines the works, life, and times of William Shake-

speare. Also listed as THEA 4223.

Fall Even Yrs

4233.0 Chaucer.

This course examines the works, life, and times of Geoffrey Chaucer.

Fall Odd Yrs

4243.0 Milton.

This course examines the works, life, and times of John Milton.

Spring Even Yrs

4253.0 Lewis.

This course examines the works, life, and times of C.S. Lewis.

Spring Odd Yrs

4303.0 Studies in Drama

This variable topic course presents the chief movements and greatest

plays of literature. Also listed as THEA 4303.

On Demand

4801.0 4801-4893. Special Studies in English

Directed studies in English based on the needs and interest of the

student.

On Demand

4903.0 Senior Literature Seminar

Through advanced research techniques, this variable topic course

requires students to demonstrate a critical understanding of litera-

ture. Scholarly writing and an oral presentation are required. [CAC-W]

Prerequisite: ENGL 2013 and Senior standing.

Spring