ENGLISH 

All ENGL courses numbered 500 and above have as a prerequisite at least two years of English.  All ENGL courses numbered 600 and above are to be distinguished as intensive, seminar courses with student responsibility for research and presentation, and are to concern literature and its criticism.

Only one of these starred courses (*) may count toward the required 30 hours in the Literature concentration. 

Descriptions are available prior to registration for the following courses which may be repeated for credit when the topic changes: ENGL 511, 512, 513, 514, 515, 522, 523, 525, 531, 532, 541, 542, 543, 544, 562, 575, 576, 577, 578 and all 600 level courses except ENGL 600, 601, 602, 603, & 604. 

ENGLISH 511. The Epic. Study in the tradition and qualities of the epic as a unique genre with emphasis on one or more forms or a period in which the genre flourishes. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 512. Poetry. Study in the tradition and qualities of poetry as a unique genre with emphasis on one or more specific forms or a period in which the genre flourishes. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 513. The Novel. Study in the tradition and qualities of the novel as a unique genre with emphasis on one or more specific forms or a period in which the genre flourishes. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 514. Short Story. Study in the tradition and qualities of the short story as a unique genre with emphasis on one or more forms or a period in which the genre flourishes. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 515. Drama. Study in the tradition and qualities of drama as a unique genre with emphasis on one or more forms or a period in which the genre flourishes. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 522. Major Figures in Fiction. Extended study in the work of from one to three major English or American writers.  3 credits. 

ENGLISH 523. Major Figures in Poetry. Extended study in the work of from one to three major English or American writers. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 525. Studies in Shakespeare. Extended study of specific themes and topics in Shakespeare's works.  Topics may include, but will not be limited to: studies of a specific genre (comedy, tragedy, or history), studies of Shakespeare's Roman plays or history plays, or studies in Shakespearean stage or film history. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 531. Arthurian Literature. Comparative study of Arthurian material of various countries from medieval through modern periods. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 532. Women and Literature. Study of the tradition of literature by and about women. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 541. Ethnic Literature. Study of the literary tradition of an ethnic group such as Afro-American, Jewish, Chicano, or Native American peoples. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 542. Regional Literature. Study of the literary tradition of a region, such as the American South, or Ireland. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 543. Postcolonial Literature. Study of literature written in English from countries during and after colonial contact with Britain, excluding the United States. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 544. Literature and Culture. Extended study of British or American literature and culture at a particular point in time or of a literary theme over time. Emphasis on the relationship of literature to its cultural context, including politics, social organization, art, and music. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 550. The English Language in Cultural Context. An exploration of the intersections among diverse cultures, language structures, and language usage through contemporary linguistics. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 562. Literary Criticism. Study of the history and aims of literary criticism from Plato and Aristotle to the present. 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 570. Professional Writing and Editing. Introduction to workplace communication (written, oral, visual, and electronic) and editing (technical and copy editing) with emphasis on analyzing, producing, and editing rhetorically effective documents and presentations for specific audiences.  The course culminates with a major project related to the student's academic discipline or professional goals.  3 credits.* 

ENGLISH 575.  Advanced Dramatic Writing.  An advanced workshop in traditional and contemporary techniques in writing various forms of drama, including plays, teleplays, and screenplays.  Prerequisite:  Permission of the Graduate Creative Writing Program Coordinator,.  3 credits.*

ENGLISH 576.  Advanced Fiction Writing.  An advanced workshop in traditional and contemporary techniques in writing the short story.  Prerequisite:  Permission of the Graduate Creative Writing Program Coordinator,.  3 credits.*

ENGLISH 577.  Advanced Poetry Writing.  An advanced workshop in traditional and contemporary techniques in writing poetry.  Prerequisite:  Permission of the Graduate Creative Writing Program Coordinator,.  3 credits.*

ENGLISH 578.  Advanced Creative Nonfiction Writing.  An advanced workshop in traditional and contemporary techniques in writing various forms of creative nonfiction.  Prerequisite:  Permission of the Graduate Creative Writing Program Coordinator,.  3 credits.*

ENGLISH 579. Writing: Theory and Practice in the Middle, Secondary and College Classroom.  A study of theories and strategies for improving writing.  Includes a discussion of analyzing subject matter, determining purpose and audience, drafting, revising, editing (including using correct mechanics), and evaluating the elements of effective writing instruction at the middle, secondary and college levels.  This course will also contain a field-based component in an actual classroom setting when students will examine current pedagogical practices in the teaching of writing. 3 credits.* 

ENGLISH 580. The Teaching of English. A study of current practices with emphasis on specific techniques and materials. 3 credits.* 

ENGLISH 581. Literature for Young Adults. A course designed to assist students preparing to teach in the secondary schools in the selection and evaluation of books for this age level, including adult books and classics, as well as other forms of media which might be used appropriately in the secondary classroom. 3 credits.* 

ENGLISH 584. Evaluating and Tutoring Writing. Instruction in diagnosing and evaluating writing, and practice in giving individualized instruction in writing through the Writing Center. May be repeated twice for credit. 1 credit. 

ENGLISH 585. Children’s Literature. A survey of poetry, prose, and other media appropriate for elementary students. Methods of and practice in oral presentation and related listening skills. Primarily for those preparing for or in careers in elementary education and library science. Does not carry credit toward the masters’ in English or Education with Curriculum and Instruction Specialist/English degrees. 3 credits.

ENGLISH 595. Special Topics. Selected topics in English. The topics will vary from semester to semester. Descriptions will be available from academic advisers. May be repeated for credit when topics change. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and department chair. 1-3 credits. 

ENGLISH  600. Thesis. Study of a selected topic for the thesis written under the direction of a departmental adviser. Students will not be given a satisfactory grade in the final hours of Thesis without the successful defense of the thesis and the submission of appropriate copies to the Library for binding and retention. 6 credits. 

ENGLISH  601. Graduate Directed Teaching in the Middle and Secondary Classroom. Required of all graduate students seeking Secondary Teaching Licensure in English through Longwood University (others may apply for licensure through the state after teaching for a year in a school with an approved mentor teacher).  Each student is assigned to work with a qualified cooperating teacher in a selected school setting off campus. The student teaching intern goes to the school setting and follows the schedule of the cooperating teacher for a total of 350 clock hours.  Students will need to pass Praxis I, or an equivalent SAT score, and II and apply to the Office of Professional Services one year in advance of their graduate directed teaching placement. Prerequisites: ENGL 579, 580, & 581; EDUC 679 and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Supervisory Fee - $300.00.  6 credits. 

ENGLISH  602. Action Research Inquiry Project. The Action Research Inquiry Project should be the basis for a completed, publishable article that will be submitted to a juried journal of quality.  Students should register for English 602 to satisfy this requirement during the final year of their program.  In consultation with their project director, students will select a committee of two additional readers.  One of the readers may be an education faulty member with expertise in the candidate's inquiry area and the others can be members of the English graduate faculty (an exception may be granted by the English Graduate Committee upon petition).  Upon completion of the project, the student must present it to the examining committee no later than four weeks before the end of the semester in which the project with the examining committee, and after successfully passing the defense, must submit three bound copies, two of which will be placed in the Library and one in the departmental library. 3 credits.

ENGLISH 603. Teaching Creative Writing. An exploration of method, theory and practice of teaching Creative Writing.  3 credits.

ENGLISH 604. The Business of Creative Writing. The business of writing from standpoint of both the writer and the publishing industry.  3 credits.

ENGLISH 611. Studies in British Medieval Literature.  3 credits.  

ENGLISH 621. Studies in the English Renaissance.  3 credits.  

ENGLISH 631. Studies in British Neoclassicism and the Eighteenth Century 3 credits. 

ENGLISH 641. Studies in British Romantic and Victorian Literature. 3 credits.  

ENGLISH 651. Studies in Modern and Contemporary British Literature. 3 credits.  

ENGLISH 661. Studies in American Colonial Literature. 3 credits.  

ENGLISH 671. Studies in American Romanticism. 3 credits.  

ENGLISH 681. Studies in American Realism and Naturalism. 3 credits.  

ENGLISH 691. Studies in Modern and Contemporary American Literature. 3 credits.  

ENGLISH 695. Studies in Special Topics. A parallel course to English 595 that will allow thematic courses, cross-genre, cross-period, cross-nationality courses, and literary criticism. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and department chair. 1-3 credits. 

ENGLISH 699. Comprehensive Examination. Course fee. 0 credits. 

FRENCH 

FRENCH 500. Approaches to Teaching French. A study of current theory and methods of teaching, including application to the proficiency-oriented classroom. May be repeated for credit when topics change. 3 credits. 

FRENCH 501. Advanced Grammar Through Composition and Conversation. A practical study of the points of grammar most challenging to non-native speakers; improvement of composition skills and oral interaction. Consideration of teaching methods for specific grammatical concepts. 3 credits. 

FRENCH 502. Advanced Conversation and Phonetics. A study of theory and practical applications of phonetics in the target language; specialized study of specific regional dialects. Topics to change each semester. Practical study of conversational strategies and methods for teaching these strategies. 3 credits. 

FRENCH 511, 512. French Studies Abroad. Primarily intended for transfer of credit earned abroad in French language, civilization, literature, culture or pedagogy. 1-12 credit hours per semester; 1-6 credit hours per four-or six-week summer session. 

FRENCH  520. Topics in Literature. A study of literary topics, genres and movements suitable for the secondary classroom. May be repeated for credit when topics change. 3 credits. 

FRENCH  521. The Teaching of Literature. Taught in conjunction with FRENCH  520. An application of current theory and practice on the teaching of literature in the secondary classroom. 3 credits. 

FRENCH 530. Topics in Culture and Civilization. A study of traditional and current cultural topics in the French-speaking world. May be repeated for credit when topics change. 3 credits. 

FRENCH 531. The Teaching of Culture and Civilization. Taught  in  conjunction  with  FRENCH  530. An application of current theory and practice on the teaching of culture in the secondary classroom. 3 credits. 

FRENCH 595. Special Topics. Topics will vary from semester to semester. Descriptions will be available from academic advisers. May be repeated for credit when topics change. 1-3 credits. 

FRENCH 601. Graduate Directed Teaching in the Elementary and Secondary Classroom. Required of students seeking PreK-12 teaching licensure in French. Each student is assigned to work with qualified cooperating teachers in a selected elementary school setting and a selected secondary school setting off campus, for six weeks in each setting. The student teaching intern follows the schedule of each cooperating teacher and will take over all duties under the supervision of the cooperating teacher.  The schedule involves a minimum of 350 hours total in the schools.  For those who are already teaching under a Provisional License, the Directed Teaching semester will be a mentorship of their current teaching position. Students will need to pass Praxis I, or an equivalent SAT score, and II and apply to the Office of Professional Services one year in advance of their graduate directed teaching placement.   Prerequisites: Completion of all coursework for the degree, and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Supervisory fee - $300.00. 6 credits.