ENG 261 Introduction to Science Fiction

1. Articulate, both orally and in writing, a plausible, defensible definition of science fiction literature, including the conventions of the genre. 
2. Compare orally and in writing, the varying works of science fiction, explaining their similarities with and differences from one another and the conventions of the genre. 
3. Employ illustrations, both orally and in writing, to demonstrate how various writers have contributed to and challenged the genre. 
4. Read a literary work at a literal level. 
5. Read a literary work at a figurative level. 
6. Identify and define the literary devices covered. 
7. Differentiate in the literary text(s) among content issues such as literary periods, styles, and themes. 
8. Write compositions/essays using a controlling thesis statement, textual support, documentation, and standard grammar and mechanics. 
9. Articulate and defend plausible interpretations of reading assignments orally and in writing. 

Statewide General Education Outcomes:

1. Interpret and engage in the Arts and Letters, making use of the creative process to enrich the quality of life.  
2. Critically analyze values and ethics within a range of human experience and expression to engage more fully in local and global issues.