This course takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of North American and British graphic literature. The history and development of the genre will be examined and selections from graphic narrative theory will also be discussed. Students will critically read, understand, and respond to a variety of single panel comics, strips, serials, and selections from full graphic narratives. Central themes explored include nature, culture, diversity, ethics, and the search for identity. The interplay of visual imagery and text to communicate plot and theme will be a central focus of class discussion and student presentations.

*本学の教育ミッションを具現化する形で設定されています。

This course is concerned with improving confidence and ability in reading and studying literature written in English. The aim is to contribute to the mission of developing critical thinking and communication skills, with attention given to the following objectives:
• To acquire the tools necessary to interpret texts written in English.
• To gain knowledge of several noteworthy Anglophone texts and to situate them within their literary and historical contexts.
• To increase confidence in discussing literature and media with others.
• To contribute to English writing skills by confronting new vocabulary and syntax.
• To understand how to use fiction as a means of engaging with the culture(s) in which it is produced.

教育手法 Teaching Method		% of Course Time
インプット型 Traditional		80 %
参加者中心型 Participant-Centered Learning	ケースメソッド Case Method	20 %
	フィールドメソッド Field Method	0 %
合計 Total		100 %

Please arrive in class prepared to discuss the week’s reading: what happened, what you liked and disliked, and anything you found interesting or confusing.

Keep up with the assigned reading every week. You do not need to have fully understood every word of the reading, but please do your best. We will discuss the parts that were difficult or hard to understand.

You will be marked absent if:
- you did not attempt the reading for homework

I am happy to meet with you at any point during the semester to discuss your progress and any concerns you may have. If I am in my office feel free to come and speak to me, or we can arrange a time to meet by email.

*成績は下記該当項目を基に決定されます。
*クラス貢献度合計はコールドコールと授業内での挙手発言の合算値です。

講師用内規準拠 Method of Assessment	Weights
コールドコール Cold Call	0 %
授業内での挙手発言 Class Contribution	20 %
クラス貢献度合計 Class Contribution Total	20 %
予習レポート Preparation Report	20 %
小テスト Quizzes / Tests	15 %
シミュレーション成績 Simulation	0 %
ケース試験 Case Exam	0 %
最終レポート Final Report	15 %
期末試験 Final Exam	30 %
参加者による相互評価 Peer Assessment	0 %
合計 Total	100 %

評価の留意事項　Notes on Evaluation Criteria

Preparation Report = homework assignments due each class.

Final Report = student presentations which will take place in Week 7.

• -「No Textbook Purchase Required」-（-）

All reading materials and homework assignments will be made available on Google Docs.

Students' work will be evaluated throughout the semester.