Popular Literature And The Mass Media

1. Define and explain the nature and functions of literature.
2. Distinguish between different genres of literature.
3. Understand the concept of culture and its various types.
4. Analyze the interplay of literature, popular culture, and mass media.
5. Grasp the use of computer and ICT in relation to culture and mass media.
6. Narrate and analyze folktales and festival events.
7. Explore the aesthetics of music and its impact on consumers.

13 weeks, about 56 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1Course Guide

   • Course Guide · 2 hours

     Read the course guide to understand the course objectives, structure, and assessment methods.. Familiarize yourself with the course materials and recommended textbooks..

2. Week 2Module 1:

   • Unit 1: Definition and Nature of Literature · 3 hours

     Define literature and differentiate it from other forms of writing.. Explore the imaginative and artistic nature of literary communication.. Understand the critical role of literature in reflecting and representing human experiences..

   • Unit 2: Functions of Literature/ Why We Study Literature · 3 hours

     Understand the functions of literature and its impact on society.. Explore how literature trains observation, insight, and creativity.. Analyze how literature communicates ideas and feelings while entertaining..

3. Week 3Module 1:

   • Unit 3: Genres of Literature · 4 hours

     Identify and differentiate between the three primary genres of literature: prose, drama, and poetry.. Explore the subgenres within each primary genre and their unique characteristics.. Understand the specialized use of language and creative production in each genre..

4. Week 4Module 1:

   • Unit 4: Formal and Moral Characteristics of Literature · 4 hours

     Examine the formal and moral characteristics of literature.. Understand the role of aesthetics in literary appreciation.. Analyze the interplay between figurative devices and moral lessons in a work of art..

5. Week 5Module 1:

   • Unit 5: Orality, Literature and Society · 4 hours

     Define orality and its significance in pre-literate societies.. Explore the characteristics of orature and its relationship to literature.. Understand the role of oral tradition in shaping cultural and artistic expressions..

6. Week 6Module 2:

   • Unit 1: Culture: Definition and Origin · 3 hours

     Define culture and trace its origin.. Explore the various aspects of culture, including beliefs, customs, and values.. Understand the role of culture in shaping identity and social interactions..

   • Unit 2: Benefits of Culture · 3 hours

     Identify and explain the benefits of culture to individuals and society.. Understand how culture fosters interaction, socialization, and civilization.. Analyze the role of culture in regulating behavior and promoting social harmony..

7. Week 7Module 2:

   • Unit 3: Popular Culture · 4 hours

     Define popular culture and its characteristics.. Explore the artistic and social aspects of popular culture.. Understand the role of popular culture in reflecting and shaping societal values..

8. Week 8Module 2:

   • Unit 4: Folk Culture · 4 hours

     Define folk culture and its relationship to popular culture.. Explore the customs, traditions, and lifestyle of folk communities.. Understand the role of folk culture in preserving and transmitting cultural heritage..

9. Week 9Module 2:

   • Unit 5: Culture, Literature and Ideology · 4 hours

     Analyze the interplay of culture, literature, and ideology.. Understand how culture influences literary output and ideological perspectives.. Explore the role of literature in reflecting and shaping cultural practices..

10. Week 10Module 3:

    • Unit 1: The Mass Media: types and Functions · 3 hours

      Define mass media and its types.. Explore the functions of mass media in disseminating information and shaping public opinion.. Understand the link between mass media and cultural propagation..

    • Unit 2: Movies, Films, and Videos · 3 hours

      Examine the role of movies, films, and videos in popular culture.. Understand the impact of motion pictures on cultural dissemination.. Analyze the techniques used in film production to convey messages and shape perceptions..

11. Week 11Module 3:

    • Unit 3: Music: Typology and Functions · 4 hours

      Explore the typology and functions of music.. Understand the role of music in reflecting and shaping cultural values.. Analyze the different genres of music and their impact on society..

12. Week 12Module 3:

    • Unit 4: Festival: Meaning and Types · 4 hours

      Define festival and its types.. Explore the meaning, form, and types of festivals.. Understand the role of festivals in celebrating cultural heritage and promoting social cohesion..

13. Week 13Module 3:

    • Unit 5: Computer Appreciation/ICT · 4 hours

      Understand the basics of computer appreciation and ICT.. Explore the components of ICT and their uses.. Analyze the relevance of ICT to popular culture and mass media..