Criticism of Literature for Children: A Variety of Approaches (ALL702)
School of Communication and Creative Arts - Deakin University
Semester 1 / 2012

Texts

y separately published work icon Red Spikes Margo Lanagan , Crows Nest : Allen and Unwin , 2006 Z1316986 2006 selected work short story young adult horror fantasy (taught in 2 units) Ten stories that take place in worlds not quite our own and yet each one illuminates what it is to be human. Ages 14+. (Source: Trove)

Degrees

Master of Arts (Writing and Literature)
Graduate Certificate of Children's Literature
Graduate Diploma of Children's Literature
Master of Communication

Description

This unit considers a number of theoretical approaches to the study of text and places the study of children's literature within this context. Alongside the theoretical texts which they are asked to read, students will analyse a range of children's books of various genres and periods, so integrating theory with practice.

Assessment

Exercises 25%, essay 1500 words 35%, essay 2500 words 40%

Other Details

Offered in: 2011, 2010
Current Campus: Burwood (Melbourne), External
Levels: Postgraduate
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