ENGL 2065 - The Question of Postmodernism: Texts and Issues

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2015

Postmodernism? Nothing about this term is unproblematic, nothing about it is entirely satisfactory. So begins Brian McHale's study, Postmodernist Fiction. In this course we'll consider the relation between the terms Modernism and Postmodernism, and the relation between Postmodernism and the other -isms and posts- of our time, through our reading of a set of literary texts written in or translated into English, in different countries, over the last half-century or so. Our major focus will be on these texts, which may include novels, short stories, drama and poetry, with a secondary focus on literary theory. Apart from the pleasures of reading and engaging in critical discussion, our aim will be to gain some understanding of how the term Postmodernism is used by different theorists and critics, and how well and in what ways the concept addresses the concerns and procedures of the literary texts in our study. This course will in certain ways follow on from the course on Modernisms, but students who have not done that course are also welcome, and should not feel at a disadvantage.

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Course Details

Course Code	ENGL 2065
Course	The Question of Postmodernism: Texts and Issues
Coordinating Unit	English, Creative Writing, and Film
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 3 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Prerequisites	At least 12 units of level 1 undergraduate study
Assumed Knowledge	Familiarity with the reading and analysis of literary texts equivalent to Level I English standard
Assessment	Class participation (10%), 500 word class presentation (10%), 1500 word first essay (30%), 2500 word second essay (50%)

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Maggie Tonkin

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

After successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
1. Read and understand Postmodernist texts and critical discussions of them
2. Draw upon a range of Postmodernist concepts in the context of literary discussion
3. Discuss Postmodernist literary texts in the historical and cultural context of their production
4. Produce coherent and logically argued written material
5. Critically evaluate their own and others' written material
6. Engage productively and respectfully with their peers

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A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.	5,6
An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.	3

Learning Resources

Required Resources

A list of the set texts, which will include postmodern novels, short stories, poetry and plays, will be available on the Course Profile on MyUni prior to the commencemnt of semester 2. A Course Reader containing supplementry material will also available.

Online Learning

All lectures will be recorded and available on MyUni, as will lecture powerpoints and any additional material.
Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

Lectures will introduce key concepts of postmodernism, and introduce important aspects of the set texts. Seminar will involve both small and large group discussion of weekly topics and questions, and prepare students to engage in literary criticism of postmodernist texts.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

A combination of reading, lecture and seminar attendance and assignment preparation will equal a workload of 156 hours for the semester.

Learning Activities Summary

A summary of learning activities will be announced in the Course Profile which will be available on MyUni at the beginning of semester 2.

Specific Course Requirements

Students are expected to attend seminars and to read all set texts. All assignments must be submitted in order to pass this course.

Small Group Discovery Experience

Week 4: Group exercise on Modernism/Postmodernism
Week 9: Group exercise on critical debates about representation

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Assessment Summary

Assessment tasks will include seminar participation, group presentation, checklist and essays. A detailed list of assessment tasks will be available in the Course Profile which will be posted on MyUni at the commencement of Semester 2.

Assessment Detail

Assessment detail will be included in the Course Profile which will be available on MyUni at the commencement of Semester 2.

Submission

All written assignments will be submitted via Turnitin.

Course Grading

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M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

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