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Course description

This course will explore short stories, novels and poetry. Students will compare and contrast the different types of writing and learn about the literary devices and text elements used in each. Students will also be introduced to active reading strategies in order to foster deeper understanding of what they are reading. Reading materials will be provided at levels that are appropriate for each individual student.

Learner outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to

  • explain how a novel is constructed and how its various elements are interconnected.
  • implement active reading strategies to foster deeper understanding and internalization of novel and short story events. 
  • compare the key characteristics and styles of novels and poetry. 
  • explain how literary devices are used in poems.

Prerequisites

Students who are new to TVP Part Time classes must speak with the program team before registering. 

Contact information:

Phone: 403.440.6872
Email: tvp@mtroyal.ca

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Thank you for your interest in our programming. There are no sections of this course currently scheduled; however, we update our schedules regularly. 

  • New spring and summer schedules can be viewed starting the first Monday in March. 
  • New winter schedules can be viewed starting the first Monday in November.
  • New fall schedules can be viewed starting the first Monday in June.

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This course is not currently open for registration. If you have any questions, please contact us at ceregservices@mtroyal.ca.
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