Enhancing Communication, Writing, and Critical Thinking through Debating
Overview
This course offers students the opportunity to improve their English literature comprehension, critical analysis abilities, and essay writing skills. Students will engage with a variety of canonical texts spanning different time periods. Each lesson will include discussions on selected extracts from 1-2 literary works across genres—such as poetry and prose—with scanned PDFs provided for reference, all framed around thought-provoking, critical questions.
Module Structure
Prior to each class, relevant reading materials will be distributed, with specific readings assigned for preparation. Lessons will start with a two-hour lecture focused on discussing the set texts and critical questions as a group, led by the teacher with active student participation.
A two-hour workshop session will follow every lecture, in which students will be asked to apply what they have learned in their analysis of set extracts.
Week 1
Day 1
Introduction to English Literature
Day 2
Narrative Voice
Day 3
Metaphor and Meaning
Day 4
Poetic Form
Week 2
Day 5
Critical Questions – Reading the Past
Day 6
Critical Questions – Ethics and Aesthetics
Day 7
Shakespeare I
Day 8
Shakespeare II
Projects
The Oxford Scholars Programme offers an innovative approach to learning through project-based learning. During the programme, you will have the opportunity to work on one project under the guidance of an academic tutor, in a one-on-one setting. This hands-on experience will allow you to apply knowledge learnt during lectures in a practical context, culminating in a project proposal or report by the end of the programme.
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This project will integrate the literary techniques and concepts learned throughout the course and demonstrate the students' analytical skills and creativity.
Learn from the Best
Students are guided by an exceptional team of accomplished professionals from Oxford, bringing expertise and a commitment to excellence. Below are some distinguished individuals leading this transformative learning experience:
Herin Iole Han
English
DPhil English, University of Oxford