Modern Literary Perspectives

          Module 1: Foundations of Modern Literary Perspectives

Section 1: Introduction to Modern Literature  
- Lesson 1: Understanding Modern Literary Eras  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Understanding Modern Literary Eras  
- Lesson 2: Key Terminology in Modern Literature  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Key Terminology in Modern Literature  

Section 2: Basic Elements of Literary Texts  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Narrative Structures  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Introduction to Narrative Structures  
- Lesson 2: Exploring Literary Devices  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Exploring Literary Devices  

Section 3: Historical Context and Influences  
- Lesson 1: Overview of 20th and 21st Century Literature  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Overview of 20th and 21st Century Literature  
- Lesson 2: Social and Cultural Influences on Writing  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Social and Cultural Influences on Writing  

Section 4: Introduction to Literary Criticism  
- Lesson 1: What Is Literary Criticism?  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: What Is Literary Criticism?  
- Lesson 2: The Role of the Critic in Modern Perspectives  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: The Role of the Critic in Modern Perspectives  

Section 5: Establishing a Critical Framework  
- Lesson 1: Setting Up Your Analytical Toolkit  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Setting Up Your Analytical Toolkit  
- Lesson 2: Fundamentals of Text Interpretation  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Fundamentals of Text Interpretation  


Module 2: Techniques in Literary Analysis

Section 1: Close Reading Essentials  
- Lesson 1: What Is Close Reading?  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: What Is Close Reading?  
- Lesson 2: Methods for Annotating Texts  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Methods for Annotating Texts  

Section 2: Building Interpretive Skills  
- Lesson 1: Identifying Themes and Motifs  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Identifying Themes and Motifs  
- Lesson 2: Recognizing Symbolism in Texts  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Recognizing Symbolism in Texts  

Section 3: Understanding Narrative Perspective  
- Lesson 1: Point of View in Modern Literature  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Point of View in Modern Literature  
- Lesson 2: The Impact of Narrator Reliability  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: The Impact of Narrator Reliability  

Section 4: Analyzing Character Development  
- Lesson 1: Character Motivation and Conflict  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Character Motivation and Conflict  
- Lesson 2: Evolution of Characters in Modern Texts  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Evolution of Characters in Modern Texts  

Section 5: Structuring a Literary Analysis Essay  
- Lesson 1: Organizing Your Thoughts and Evidence  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Organizing Your Thoughts and Evidence  
- Lesson 2: Writing a Coherent Critical Essay  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Writing a Coherent Critical Essay  


Module 3: Perspectives and Context in Literature

Section 1: The Role of Context in Interpretation  
- Lesson 1: Historical Context and Its Influence  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Historical Context and Its Influence  
- Lesson 2: The Impact of Societal Change on Literature  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: The Impact of Societal Change on Literature  

Section 2: Introduction to Critical Theory  
- Lesson 1: Basic Concepts in Critical Theory  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Basic Concepts in Critical Theory  
- Lesson 2: Applying Critical Theory to Texts  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Applying Critical Theory to Texts  

Section 3: Exploring Multiple Perspectives  
- Lesson 1: Reader Response and Reception  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Reader Response and Reception  
- Lesson 2: The Importance of Diverse Interpretations  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: The Importance of Diverse Interpretations  

Section 4: Themes and Issues in Modern Writing  
- Lesson 1: Identity and Society in Literature  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Identity and Society in Literature  
- Lesson 2: Power, Politics, and Conflict  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Power, Politics, and Conflict  

Section 5: Connecting Texts to Contemporary Life  
- Lesson 1: Literature as a Reflection of the Modern World  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Literature as a Reflection of the Modern World  
- Lesson 2: Bringing Theory into Practical Discussion  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Bringing Theory into Practical Discussion  


Module 4: Strategies for Textual Interpretation

Section 1: Approaching Complex Texts  
- Lesson 1: Breaking Down Dense Passages  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Breaking Down Dense Passages  
- Lesson 2: Identifying Key Ideas in Challenging Texts  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Identifying Key Ideas in Challenging Texts  

Section 2: Comparative and Contextual Analysis  
- Lesson 1: Comparing Different Texts and Perspectives  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Comparing Different Texts and Perspectives  
- Lesson 2: Understanding Intertextual Connections  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Understanding Intertextual Connections  

Section 3: Techniques for Clarifying Meaning  
- Lesson 1: Using Context Clues Effectively  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Using Context Clues Effectively  
- Lesson 2: The Role of Language and Style in Interpretation  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: The Role of Language and Style in Interpretation  

Section 4: Developing a Personal Critical Voice  
- Lesson 1: Expressing Your Interpretation Clearly  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Expressing Your Interpretation Clearly  
- Lesson 2: Balancing Subjectivity and Evidence  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Balancing Subjectivity and Evidence  

Section 5: Revising and Reflecting on Analysis  
- Lesson 1: Peer Review and Constructive Critique  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Peer Review and Constructive Critique  
- Lesson 2: Reflecting on the Learning Process  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Reflecting on the Learning Process  


Module 5: Contemporary Dialogues in Literature

Section 1: Modern Themes and Innovations  
- Lesson 1: Shifts in Literary Themes Over Time  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Shifts in Literary Themes Over Time  
- Lesson 2: Innovations in Narrative Form  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Innovations in Narrative Form  

Section 2: Literature in the Digital Age  
- Lesson 1: The Impact of Technology on Storytelling  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: The Impact of Technology on Storytelling  
- Lesson 2: New Media and Literary Expression  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: New Media and Literary Expression  

Section 3: Global Perspectives in Modern Literature  
- Lesson 1: Exploring World Literature  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Exploring World Literature  
- Lesson 2: Cross-Cultural Themes and Narratives  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Cross-Cultural Themes and Narratives  

Section 4: Engaging with Contemporary Critical Debates  
- Lesson 1: Current Debates in Literary Criticism  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Current Debates in Literary Criticism  
- Lesson 2: Case Studies on Modern Texts  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Case Studies on Modern Texts  

Section 5: Crafting Your Own Literary Perspective  
- Lesson 1: Synthesizing Theory and Personal Insight  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Synthesizing Theory and Personal Insight  
- Lesson 2: Presenting a Modern Critical Essay  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Presenting a Modern Critical Essay