Literary Analysis and Criticism

          Module 1: Foundations of Literary Analysis

Section 1: Introduction to Literary Analysis
- Lesson 1: Defining Literary Analysis
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Defining Literary Analysis
- Lesson 2: The Value of Close Reading
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: The Value of Close Reading

Section 2: Basic Literary Terms
- Lesson 1: Understanding Genre and Form
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding Genre and Form
- Lesson 2: Overview of Narrative Structures
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Overview of Narrative Structures

Section 3: Key Literary Devices
- Lesson 1: Imagery and Symbolism
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Imagery and Symbolism
- Lesson 2: Motif and Metaphor
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Motif and Metaphor

Section 4: Contextual Reading
- Lesson 1: Historical and Cultural Context
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Historical and Cultural Context
- Lesson 2: Authorial Contexts
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Authorial Contexts

Section 5: Structuring Interpretations
- Lesson 1: Developing a Thesis Statement
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Developing a Thesis Statement
- Lesson 2: Organizing Analysis
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Organizing Analysis


Module 2: Exploring Poetry

Section 1: Understanding Poetic Form
- Lesson 1: Identifying Poetic Structures
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Identifying Poetic Structures
- Lesson 2: Rhythm and Rhyme
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Rhythm and Rhyme

Section 2: Analyzing Imagery and Sound in Verse
- Lesson 1: Visual Imagery in Poetry
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Visual Imagery in Poetry
- Lesson 2: Sound Devices in Verse
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Sound Devices in Verse

Section 3: Themes in Poetry
- Lesson 1: Exploring Central Themes
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Exploring Central Themes
- Lesson 2: Interpreting Symbolism in Poems
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Interpreting Symbolism in Poems

Section 4: The Role of Tone and Mood
- Lesson 1: Establishing Tone in Poetry
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Establishing Tone in Poetry
- Lesson 2: Creating Mood and Atmosphere
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Creating Mood and Atmosphere

Section 5: Close Reading of Poems
- Lesson 1: Step-by-Step Close Reading
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Step-by-Step Close Reading
- Lesson 2: Formulating Interpretations
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Formulating Interpretations


Module 3: Analyzing Prose

Section 1: Introduction to Prose Analysis
- Lesson 1: Understanding Prose Mechanics
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Understanding Prose Mechanics
- Lesson 2: Identifying Narrative Voice
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Identifying Narrative Voice

Section 2: Character Analysis
- Lesson 1: Developing Character Profiles
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Developing Character Profiles
- Lesson 2: Exploring Character Motivations
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Exploring Character Motivations

Section 3: Plot and Structure
- Lesson 1: Constructing the Plot
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Constructing the Plot
- Lesson 2: Breaking Down Narrative Structure
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Breaking Down Narrative Structure

Section 4: Symbolism and Motifs in Prose
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Symbolism
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Recognizing Symbolism
- Lesson 2: Identifying Recurring Motifs
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Identifying Recurring Motifs

Section 5: Themes and Meaning
- Lesson 1: Examining Underlying Themes
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Examining Underlying Themes
- Lesson 2: Building Nuanced Interpretations
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Building Nuanced Interpretations


Module 4: Understanding Drama and Dialogue

Section 1: Basics of Dramatic Literature
- Lesson 1: Elements of Drama
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Elements of Drama
- Lesson 2: Historical Perspectives on Drama
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Historical Perspectives on Drama

Section 2: Analyzing Dialogue
- Lesson 1: Understanding Character Dialogue
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding Character Dialogue
- Lesson 2: Dialogue’s Role in Advancing Plot
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Dialogue’s Role in Advancing Plot

Section 3: Stage Directions and Setting
- Lesson 1: Interpreting Stage Directions
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Interpreting Stage Directions
- Lesson 2: The Significance of Setting
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: The Significance of Setting

Section 4: Conflict and Climax in Drama
- Lesson 1: Identifying Dramatic Conflict
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Identifying Dramatic Conflict
- Lesson 2: Building Tension towards Climax
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Building Tension towards Climax

Section 5: Understanding Performance
- Lesson 1: The Role of Actors in Interpretation
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: The Role of Actors in Interpretation
- Lesson 2: Bringing the Text to Life
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Bringing the Text to Life


Module 5: Integrating Criticism and Synthesis

Section 1: Introduction to Literary Criticism
- Lesson 1: Overview of Critical Approaches
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Overview of Critical Approaches
- Lesson 2: Key Terminology in Criticism
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Key Terminology in Criticism

Section 2: Comparative Analysis
- Lesson 1: Comparing Multiple Texts
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Comparing Multiple Texts
- Lesson 2: Identifying Common Themes
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Identifying Common Themes

Section 3: Crafting a Critical Essay
- Lesson 1: Structuring a Critical Essay
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Structuring a Critical Essay
- Lesson 2: Using Evidence Effectively
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Using Evidence Effectively

Section 4: Modern and Classic Perspectives
- Lesson 1: Modern Criticism versus Classic Interpretations
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Modern Criticism versus Classic Interpretations
- Lesson 2: Analyzing Textual Influences Across Eras
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Analyzing Textual Influences Across Eras

Section 5: Reflecting on Analysis and Future Studies
- Lesson 1: Synthesizing Interpretations
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Synthesizing Interpretations
- Lesson 2: Expanding Critical Thinking Skills
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Expanding Critical Thinking Skills