ATENEO DE MANILA UNIVERSITY
LOYOLA SCHOOLS
Course Number :Lit 14
Title : Introduction to Poetry and Drama
Department: English
School: School of Humanities
Semester & School Year: Summer, 2014 - 2015
Number of Units: 3
Faculty : Dr. Marianne Rachel G. Perfecto
Schedule and Venue: M-F, 9:00 – 10:30, B308
Course Description
The course trains students in the analysis, evaluation, and appreciation of poetry and
drama by familiarizing them with the elements, forms, and practices of these genres.
Course Objectives/Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this course, students are expected to:
1. know the basic elements of poetry and drama;
2. write about poetic and dramatic texts using close reading techniques in literary
analysis papers;
3. verbalize their own interpretations of texts in class discussions, small group work
and creative presentations;
4. articulate and discuss in a sustained manner issues pertaining to the diversity of
poetic and dramatic texts across the globe, cultures, and timeframes.
Course Outline
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Orientation about the course, assignments, tasks
Letter to Pedro, US Citizen, Also Called Pete, R.E. Amper
Persona, Speaker & Situation
First Lesson, P. Booth
Fifteen, W. Stafford
Master Lecture: What makes it a poem?
Imagery
Meeting at Night, R. Browning
Landscape II, C. Angeles
Guidelines for Literary Paper # 1
Figurative Language: Similes and Metaphors
Sonnet 130 by William Shakespeare
Soledad by Angela Manalang-Gloria
Master Lecture: Figures of Speech
Figurative Language: Symbol and Tone
The Road Not Taken by R. Frost
Tonight I Can Write, P. Neruda
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Irony
The Unknown Citizen by W.H. Auden
Guidelines for Literary Paper #2
Due: Outline for Literary Paper 1
Midterms
Musical Devices
Third World Music on the 23rd Day of Rain by M. Evasco
Spring and Fall: To a Young Child by G. M. Hopkins
Task 1A,B: Imagery in Songs
Task 1C,D: Figurative Language in Songs
Master Lecture: Forms of Asian Poetry
No classes, Labor Day
Preparation Day for Task 2
Due: Literary Paper 1
May
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Reading Day
Introduction: Much Ado About Nothing, W. Shakespeare
Master Lecture: Tragedy and Comedy
Much Ado About Nothing, Act 1
Much Ado About Nothing, Act 2
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Much Ado About Nothing, Act 3
Much Ado About Nothing, Act 4
Much Ado About Nothing, Act 5
Final Exams
Due: Literary Paper 2
Task 2A: Song of the Patch and the Overcoat by B. Brecht
You by G. Guillermo Jr.
Task 2B: Telephone Conversation by W. Soyinka
The Secret Language by M.L. Aguilar
Task 2C: Rape Poem by M.Piercy
Sledgehammer by Ma. Fatima Lim
Task 2D: San Martino del Carso, by G. Ungaretti
Poem Prompted by Lines from Ungaretti, D. Remoto
Master Lecture: Intro to Drama
Structure Poems
Synthesis
Due: Outline for Literary paper 2
Required Readings
Compilation of Poetry listed in the course outline
Shakespeare, W. Much Ado About Nothing
Suggested Readings
Perrine, Laurence and Thomas Arp. Sound and sense: an introduction to poetry.
Michigan: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, 1982.
Brooks, Cleanth and Robert Penn Warren. Understanding Poetry. New York: Holt,
Rinehart and Winston, 1996.
Ellman, Richard and Robert O’Clair. “Introduction.” The Norton Anthology of
Modern Poetry. Ed. Richard Ellman and Robert O’Clair New York: Norton,
1988.
Course Requirements: Literary Papers, Tasks
Task 1: After each discussion of a particular element of poetry, groups (grouping to
be decided on at the beginning of the semester) will present their analysis of how
two songs (one “old” song and one “contemporary” song) depict the same aspect of
the element. (For example, present two songs with the same imagery, or present
two songs that talk about the same subject matter, using contrasting imagery.)
Task 2: The group presentations are actually your reading of the poems assigned to
you. After we have discussed the different elements of poetry, and different ways of
reading the poems, you will now deal with texts on your own, and present this
interactively in class.
You are required to submit a written copy of every task presentation you
do in class.
Because summer classes run for 5 weeks only, I cannot give you too many
free days for your task preparation. It is understood that you will have to
meet outside of class hours to prepare for your presentations.
Literary Paper 1: Choose one poem from a list that will be given to you and write a
2-3 paged analysis of the poem. Your analysis should discuss how imagery and
figurative language are used to convey the idea or experience in the poem. Outlines
for Literary Paper # 1 are due on 25 April 2014.
Literary Paper 2: Choose one pair of poems from a list that will be given to you.
Discuss in detail (3-4 pages) how the poems are similar and/or different in terms of
conveying their theme. Outlines for Literary Paper # 2 are due on 09 May 2014.
Grading System
SW/HW/Rec
Literary Papers
Tasks
Quizzes
Mid-terms
Final Exam
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25%
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92 - 100
87 - 91
83 - 86
79 - 82
75 - 78
70 - 74
69 and below
Classroom Policies
Reading
This is basically a reading course. As such, you are expected to come to class
prepared, i.e. you have read the assigned text/s and you will bring the copy of the
text with you in class.
When reading the texts, don’t forget to take some notes. Learn the habit of looking
up the meaning of unfamiliar words as well. It is also always best to read the texts
more than once – most of the works we will read may be difficult to understand after
only one reading. Such habits will benefit you not only during the quizzes that will
precede each discussion, but also during the class discussions themselves.
Try to read each work critically – read with a view to discussing the formal elements
of the text, but read for the issues that the texts deal with as well.
Most of the poems to be discussed are included in the packet. Please pay P100 for
your class’ photocopying fund – for the packet, worksheets and other materials we
will use in class.
The play, Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare is readily available at
bookstores. If you do not wish to buy a copy, you can always borrow (or photocopy)
the play from the Rizal Library.
Writing
Your papers allow you to explore works more carefully on your own. Discussions in
class should be seen as springboard for your own critical reading of poetry. You are
encouraged to consult with me prior to the submission of your literary papers as
these consultations allow you to explore your ideas about the work with me. Please
note, however, that you should come to these consultations prepared – you should
have submitted a thesis statement and an outline of the ideas you will include in
your paper.
General Guidelines for Preparing Your Papers
1. Submit your essays typed in the form described below.
• Any regular grade A4 white typing paper
• Use 1.5 spacing, including quoted material; use only normal margins:
1 inch on all sides; use 11 font size.
• For long quotations of 10 lines or more, indent three spaces. But try to
avoid such quotes so as not to wind up "padding."
• On the first page, put your full name, the course title, the assignment
number, and the date in the upper left corner. Starting with page two,
put only your last name and the page number in the upper right
corner.
2. Quote from the literary text only when necessary. An effective way to handle
quotes is to "run them on" as parts of your own sentences.
3. Avoid quoting from or using, secondary critical works. If you do use sources,
remember to cite your sources at the end of your essay. Otherwise, your
paper will be considered plagiarized.
4. Append each paper with an “oath of honesty” and your Turnitin originality
report.
Attendance, Late Work, and Other Information
In this course, attendance is essential. You will be doing a number of activities
individually or collaboratively. As such, when you are absent from class, you
actually miss a lot. Absent students will be responsible for finding out what
material was covered and what assignments were made.
No make-up quizzes will be given. Make-up for long exams will be given upon
presentation of a medical certificate from a doctor. No make-up work or papers will
be given.
You are allowed a maximum of three absences. Note, however, that two lates are
equal to one cut and fifteen minute tardiness is considered a cut.
All assignments should be handed in during class time, unless specified otherwise.
If you know that you will be absent ahead of time, please let me know--especially on
days when an assignment is due. Late work that is not excused before its due date
will be penalized one full letter grade for each day it is late (excluding weekend
days). Make arrangements with me to turn in late work.
To avoid disruption of our class, please turn off your electronic gadgets. Please do
not display these as well during class hours. You are not allowed to make and
answer calls, nor are you allowed to read or send text messages during class hours.
Your failure to comply with this policy will incur you a cut in the course. You will
also be asked to step out the room.
Each one of you should prepare a poetry prayer to be read at the beginning of the
class.
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is considered a major offense in the Ateneo de Manila University.
Penalty for plagiarism ranges from disciplinary probation to suspension. Always
consult with me if you are uncertain of whether your paper (or parts of it) would
constitute plagiarism. A plagiarized work will receive a grade of zero.
Consultation Hours
My consultation hours: M-W-F 1:30-3:30, ACELT Office or by e-mail:
[email protected] ; www.drperfectoclasses.weebly.com
Lit 14 Summer, 2014-2015
Intellectual Honesty Honor Code
I understand that in submitting this project,
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I am practicing my duty and responsibility to “uphold the academic integrity
of the school, endeavor to achieve academic excellence and abide by the rules
and regulations governing (my) academic responsibilities and moral integrity
(Philippine Education Act of 1982);
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I recognize that “dishonesty runs counter to the very essence of the Ateneo de
Manila University as an educational institution” (ADMU Code of Discipline
for Students); and
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I recognize that “all cases involving dishonesty will be treated as major cases”
in the Loyola Schools (ADMU Code of Discipline for Students).
Before I submit this project, I certify that
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I am turning in work that is mine;
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I did not use the words and ideas of another person without properly
acknowledging him or her; and
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I did not ask another person to write or revise this project for me.
Signed:(Name of the student) __________________________________
(Signature of the student)______________________________ (Date) _________
I understand that as a faculty member of the Loyola Schools,
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I am expected to uphold the academic integrity of this school;
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I recognize that “dishonesty runs counter to the very essence of the Ateneo de
Manila University as an educational institution” (ADMU Code of Discipline
for Students);
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I recognize that “all cases involving dishonesty will be treated as major cases”
in the Loyola Schools (ADMU Code of Discipline for Students); and
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I am aware of the contents of the Magna Carta of Undergraduate Student
Rights; and
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I have a responsibility to report all acts of intellectual dishonesty to the
Office of the Associate Dean for Student Affairs (ADSA).
Signed: Dr. Marianne Rachel G. Perfecto