Aug 05, 2026  
2026-2027 IHCC Catalog 
  
2026-2027 IHCC Catalog

ENG 2250 - Special Topics in Literature



3 Credits
Examines a prominent theme, figure, period, or genre in literature. Topics will be determined in advance by the instructor and published in the class schedule.

Pre-Requisites Both of these groups:

1.One of these two: EAP 0099, ENG 0099  (Minimum grade: 1.67 GPA Equivalent)

And

2. Any one of these three: READ 0093, READ 0094, READ 0099  

OR

ENG 1108  

Major Content Areas
Various approaches to literary interpretation.Key issues, themes and tensions within the special topic.

Learning Outcomes
Perform close analysis of literature at an introductory level.

Demonstrate knowledge of major critical frameworks at an introductory level.

Employ major critical frameworks to analyze literature at an introductory level.

Incorporate and document secondary sources at an introductory level.

Demonstrate knowledge of literature of under-represented populations.

Demonstrate understanding of canon formation as a reflection of historical, social, and cultural contexts.

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals
06 - Humanities/Fine Arts