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Applying film theory in teaching fiction.
Abstract
To augment the traditional analysis of a literary text, teachers may consider applying concepts from film theory to a literary work. Often film theory concepts appeal to highly visual students and provide a framework to thoroughly discuss image. The construction of images can underscore a work's theme, symbolism, and character development.
Introduction
The study of literature has a long and rich history in terms of forms of analysis. Almost any student who emerges from even a rudimentary course in literature will be able to identify literary themes, symbols, narrative structure, and character development as primary issues in the ...
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