ENG 228 English Literature II

Sep 25, 2026

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ENG 228 English Literature II surveys British literature from the beginning of Romanticism to the present, examining how writers respond to changing literary genres and to major literary, social, cultural, and political movements. The course emphasizes close reading and literary strategies to shape readers’ responses, supports synthesis of course texts with scholarly research for original essays, and trains students to apply appropriate critical frameworks for analysis. Students evaluate literature’s role in producing and reflecting culture and develop MLA source documentation skills.

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Course Overview

Course Details

Catalog Description

Course Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)

Close Reading

Literary Strategies

Synthesis of Texts

Critical Analysis

Literary Context

Documentation of Sources

Units of Study

Unit 1: The Romantic Period

Unit 2: The Victorian Period

Unit 3: Modern English Literature

Unit 4: Contemporary English Literature

COURSE OUTLINE Course Number Course Title Credits ENG 228 English Literature II 3 Hours: 3/0/0 Lecture/~~Lab/Other~~ Co-or Pre-requisite Grade of C or better in ENG102 Implementation Semester & Year Spring 2023 Catalog description: Surveys British literature from the beginning of Romanticism to the present, taking into consideration the various genres in which writers were working while examining pertinent literary, social, cultural, and political, movements and trends during these periods as well as understand the ways that British writers attempted to grapple with empire, religion, science, war, gender, sexuality, race, and class. General Education Category: Goal 6: Humanities Course coordinator: Laura Knight, x. 3309, [knightl@mccc.edu](knightl@mccc.edu) Required texts & Other materials: Sampling of required texts/other materials: The Norton Anthology of English Literature, vols. D, E, and F or an applicable substitute that includes a variety of authors and genres. Course Student Learning Outcomes (SLO) : Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: 1. Close Reading: interpret complex texts which may include images, poetry, fiction, memoir, short story, and novel through close reading [Supports ILG \#1, 6, 8; PLO \#1,3] 2. Literary Strategies: demonstrate knowledge of the distinctive ways writers use words and different literary structures to shape a reader’s response to their work [Supports ILG \#1, 6, 8, 9; PLO \#1] 3. Synthesis of Texts: create original essays using course texts and scholarly research, synthesizing readings to create original interpretations [Supports ILG \#1, 4, 6, 10, 11; PLO \#2-4] 4. Critical Analysis: analyze a piece of literature using the most appropriate critical framework(s) for that particular work (psychological, historical, philosophical, feminist, Marxist, etc. ) [Supports ILG \#1, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11; PLO \#3] 5. Literary Context: evaluate literature’s dual role as both product of and producer of culture using textual evidence of major historical and social shifts (economic, political, or religious change, social justice movements) . [Supports ILG \#1, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11; PLO\# 1] 6. Documentation of Sources: use correct MLA documentation format for citing literature in essays [Supports ILG \#1, 4, 10; PLO \#2] Course-specific Institutional Learning Goals (ILG Institutional Learning Goal 1. Written and Oral Communication in English. Students will communicate effectively in both speech and writing. Institutional Learning Goal 4. Technology. Students will use computer systems or other appropriate forms of technology to achieve educational and personal goals. Institutional Learning Goal. 6. Humanities. Students will analyze works in the fields of art, music, or theater; literature; philosophy and/or religious studies; and/or will gain competence in the use of a foreign language. Institutional Learning Goal 7. History. Students will understand historical events and movements in World, Western, non-Western or American societies and assess their subsequent significance. Institutional Learning Goal 8. Diversity and Global Perspective: Students will understand the importance of a global perspective and culturally diverse peoples Institutional Learning Goal 9. Ethical Reasoning and Action. Students will understand ethical frameworks, issues, and situations. Institutional Learning Goal 10. Information Literacy: Students will recognize when information is needed and have the knowledge and skills to locate, evaluate, and effectively use information for college level work. Institutional Learning Goal 11. Critical Thinking: Students will use critical thinking skills understand, analyze, or apply information or solve problems. Program Learning Outcomes for Liberal Arts (PLO) 1. Concept Knowledge. Understand the vocabulary, methods, and major concepts presented in the humanities, social sciences, and the natural science

FAQs

What time period does ENG 228 English Literature II cover?

The course surveys British literature from the beginning of Romanticism to the present.

What are the main learning outcomes of the course?

Students learn close reading and literary strategies, synthesize texts into original essays using scholarly research, and perform critical analysis using appropriate frameworks. They also evaluate literature’s cultural role and document sources in correct MLA format.

What topics are addressed in the course units?

Units include the Romantic Period, the Victorian Period, Modern English Literature, and Contemporary English Literature, each focusing on major themes, representative writers, and historical or social backgrounds.

Sep 25, 2026

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