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2026-2027 DCTC Catalog 
  
2026-2027 DCTC Catalog

ENGL 1725 - Selected Works in Literature



3 Credits
This course emphasizes the review and analysis of selected works of literature. Students will become familiar with the conventions, terminology and expectations of a particular genre of literature. In addition, students will research the authors and the historical times in which they lived. There will be an emphasis on reading literature actively, analyzing literature logically and writing about literature critically.

Learning Outcomes
make connections between authors and stories

determine the significance of theme in each story

view related media

summarize readings

take notes on reading

discuss reactions to these readings using critical thinking skills

observe comparisons and images

study the history of each author

read and analyze works of fiction

demonstrate an ability to evaluate works in written form

analyze author vocabulary and sentence structure

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals
06 - Humanities/Fine Arts