GM3088: GERMAN DRAMA IN THE TWENTIETH CENTURY A (2014-2015)

Course Aims:  To provide an overview and understanding of German drama as major component of modern German-language literature within its socio-political and literary context.  To foster an analysis of and critical reflection upon selected examples from amongst the oeuvre of German dramatists. . To facilitate the discussion and analysis in class of selected dramas as well as to encourage independent research and the writing-up of research findings in an appropriate academic form .  To facilitate, beyond the analysis of individual works, a panoramic view of the topic and an understanding of the salient aspects of modern German drama . To ensure that German Studies students gain an understanding and appreciation of this important component of modern German literature. Main Learning Outcomes:  To provide an overview and understanding of German drama as major component of modern German-language literature within its socio-political and literary context.  To foster an analysis of and critical reflection upon selected examples from amongst the oeuvre of German dramatists. . To facilitate the discussion and analysis in class of selected dramas as well as to encourage independent research and the writing-up of research findings in an appropriate academic form . ? To facilitate, beyond the analysis of individual works, a panoramic view of the topic and an understanding of the salient aspects of modern German drama . To ensure that German Studies students gain an understanding and appreciation of this important component of modern German literature. Content: This course provides an introduction to German drama in the 20th century, including Expressionist drama, Epic Theatre and post-1945 drama in the German-speaking countries. Selected works by writers such as Toller, Brecht, Frisch, Dürrenmatt, Kroetz and Hein will be examined. The plays will be analysed within their socio-political context.

This course may not be included in a graduating curriculum with GM3588 GERMAN DRAMA IN THE TWENTIETH CENTURY C, GM4088, GERMAN DRAMA IN THE TWENTIETH CENTURY B or GM 4588 GERMAN DRAMA IN THE TWENTIETH CENTURY D.

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1st Attempt: One 2,000 word continuous assessment exercise (30%) and one 3000 word extended essay (70%). Resit: One two-hour examination (100%).

Preparation of literary texts, discussion in class. Students are given the opportunity to articulate arguments in respect of the topics dealt with and thereby measure their own understanding and progress.

All essays and presentations are discussed individually within no more than 3 weeks of submission. All assignments receive CAS marks, which the Course Guide links to specific marking criteria, and written or verbal feedback in the form of tutors' comments is also given. Additional informal feedback on performance and tutorial participation is offered in tutorials. Tutors have office hours at which further feedback may be sought.

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