Comparative Literature Studies

          Module 1: Introduction to Comparative Literature  
Section 1: Foundations of Comparative Literature  
- Lesson 1: Defining Comparative Literature  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: An overview of what comparative literature is and why it matters in understanding diverse texts.  
- Lesson 2: The Interdisciplinary Nature  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Exploring how literature interacts with history, culture, and society.  

Section 2: The Evolution of Literary Traditions  
- Lesson 1: Historical Beginnings  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: A look at the origins of literary traditions across cultures.  
- Lesson 2: Shifting Perspectives Over Time  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: How literary traditions evolve and adapt over centuries.  

Section 3: Key Terms and Concepts  
- Lesson 1: Essential Vocabulary  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Introduction to basic terminology used in comparative literature studies.  
- Lesson 2: Core Concepts  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Understanding central ideas including influence, adaptation, and intertextuality.  

Section 4: Major Literary Traditions  
- Lesson 1: Western Literary Traditions  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: An overview of the foundation and evolution of Western literature.  
- Lesson 2: Eastern Literary Traditions  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Introduction to the core elements of Eastern literature and its narratives.  

Section 5: The Role of Language in Literature  
- Lesson 1: Language as a Bridge  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: How language shapes meaning in diverse literary works.  
- Lesson 2: Translation and Interpretation  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: The basics of translating literature and its impact on interpretation.  

Module 2: Historical Contexts and Cultural Influences  
Section 1: Understanding Historical Contexts  
- Lesson 1: Contextualizing Literary Works  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: How historical events and eras influence literature.  
- Lesson 2: The Impact of Society on Texts  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Analyzing the influence of social structures and events on literary creation.  

Section 2: Cultural Narratives and Traditions  
- Lesson 1: Exploring Cultural Narratives  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: What cultural narratives are and how they shape literature.  
- Lesson 2: Myth, Folklore, and Literature  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: The role of traditional stories in comparative literary studies.  

Section 3: Cross-Cultural Exchanges  
- Lesson 1: Literary Exchanges Throughout History  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Examining historical interactions between distinct literary cultures.  
- Lesson 2: Impact of Trade and Migration  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: How movement of people and ideas fostered literary innovations.  

Section 4: National Literatures and Identity  
- Lesson 1: Defining National Literatures  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Understanding the concept of national literature and its markers.  
- Lesson 2: Literature as National Identity  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: How literary works help shape and reflect national identities.  

Section 5: Social Issues in Literature  
- Lesson 1: Literature and Social Change  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: The role literature plays in social commentary and reform.  
- Lesson 2: Voices of the Margins  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Exploring underrepresented narratives and their cultural significance.  

Module 3: Literary Genres and Themes  
Section 1: Exploring Genres  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Literary Genres  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Overview of major genres found in world literature.  
- Lesson 2: Characteristics of Each Genre  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Identifying the defining features of different literary genres.  

Section 2: Narrative Forms and Structures  
- Lesson 1: Storytelling Techniques  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Basic narrative techniques and their roles in literature.  
- Lesson 2: Plot, Character, and Setting  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Understanding how these elements interact in literary texts.  

Section 3: Themes Across Cultures  
- Lesson 1: Universal Themes in Literature  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Identifying themes that recur across cultures and periods.  
- Lesson 2: Comparative Thematic Analysis  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Techniques to compare and contrast thematic concerns in texts.  

Section 4: Literary Form and Style  
- Lesson 1: The Role of Style in Interpretation  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: How writing style affects meaning and reception.  
- Lesson 2: Form as a Reflection of Culture  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Understanding how literary form reflects cultural values and contexts.  

Section 5: Genre Evolution and Hybrid Texts  
- Lesson 1: Blending Genres  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Introduction to hybrid literary forms and their emergence.  
- Lesson 2: The Changing Face of Genres  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: How genres evolve over time and influence one another.  

Module 4: Literary Analysis Techniques  
Section 1: Introduction to Literary Analysis  
- Lesson 1: The Art of Close Reading  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Basic techniques for a careful reading of texts.  
- Lesson 2: Identifying Themes and Symbols  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: How to spot and interpret recurring themes and symbols.  

Section 2: Comparative Analysis Methods  
- Lesson 1: Methods for Comparing Texts  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: An introduction to basic comparative methods in literature.  
- Lesson 2: Setting Up Comparative Frameworks  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Building frameworks to analyze similarities and differences in texts.  

Section 3: Contextual and Structural Analysis  
- Lesson 1: Context Matters  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: How historical and cultural contexts influence text analysis.  
- Lesson 2: Structure and Form in Analysis  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Examining how narrative structure contributes to meaning.  

Section 4: Symbolism and Metaphor  
- Lesson 1: Basics of Symbolic Language  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Recognizing and understanding symbolism in literature.  
- Lesson 2: Interpreting Metaphors  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Techniques to uncover underlying meanings in metaphorical language.  

Section 5: Developing Critical Perspectives  
- Lesson 1: Cultivating a Critical Mindset  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Strategies for approaching texts with analytical rigor.  
- Lesson 2: Building Comparative Arguments  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: How to structure and support analytical arguments in writing.  

Module 5: Comparative Approaches and Global Perspectives  
Section 1: Approaches to Comparative Studies  
- Lesson 1: Setting Comparative Parameters  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Basic methods for approaching literature comparatively.  
- Lesson 2: Choosing Comparative Texts  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: How to select texts from different cultures for meaningful comparison.  

Section 2: Global Literary Traditions  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to World Literatures  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Overview of major global literary traditions and their characteristics.  
- Lesson 2: Regional Case Studies  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Examining select regional literatures as case studies.  

Section 3: Intercultural Dialogue Through Texts  
- Lesson 1: Literature as a Medium for Dialogue  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: How literature fosters understanding between cultures.  
- Lesson 2: Comparative Reflections on Identity  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: How texts reflect and negotiate cultural and personal identities.  

Section 4: Contemporary Themes in Global Literature  
- Lesson 1: Modern Challenges and Narratives  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Examining contemporary global issues as reflected in literature.  
- Lesson 2: Cross-Cultural Storytelling in the 21st Century  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: How modern narratives connect diverse cultures and traditions.  

Section 5: Synthesis and Application  
- Lesson 1: Bringing It All Together  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Review of key concepts and methods from the course and their interrelationships.  
- Lesson 2: Project Planning for Comparative Analysis  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Guidance on developing an independent project that applies comparative literature methods.