LIT 333 - Literature for Young Adults

(3 credits)

An introduction to adolescent literature and to theories about young adult literature. This course is designed to help students and prospective teachers identify appropriate reading material for middle through high school level students. The teaching methodology used for the course models discussion and pedagogical techniques for classroom use. In addition to readings, students will write expository essays and researched papers. Prerequisite(s): WRIT 102 and LIT 104 or LIT 201 or LIT 202 or LIT 204 or LIT 222 or LIT 270. As needed.