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2026-2027 Official General Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Official General Catalog

LIT 253 - Psychological Investigation in Literature (WE)


The application of Jungian, Freudian, and other psychological theories and insights to selected short stories, novels, and poems to promote more penetrating appreciation of characters’ motivations and actions and the literary work in general. This course is designated as a writing emphasis course (WE). 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  ENG 110 College Writing I

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Lecture Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of literature and literary analysis.
  2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on texts.
  3. Use a multi-stage writing process to write effectively using tools and/or forms appropriate to the discipline.