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Teaching fiction using tangible questions.

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| March 22, 2006 | Szmigiero, Katarzyna | COPYRIGHT 2006 Rapid Intellect Group, Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Abstract

Approaches to teaching fiction vary since instructors might disagree as to what and how exactly should be taught and later tested. I believe it is possible for students to discuss a literary text without prior knowledge of literary theory or cultural background. An attempt to answer basic Who? When? Where? Why? How? questions can provide the class with a thorough analysis of the text and develop critical thinking.

Introduction

Teaching literature as a university subject raises several controversies. What are the students actually required to know after the course completion? How are they to demonstrate their knowledge? Is historical ...

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