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Shimfida Game Da Ire-Iren Wakokin Hausa (Varieties of Poetry In Hausa)

This course explores varieties of poetry in Hausa literature. It provides an in-depth analysis of different forms of Hausa poems, examining their unique characteristics and roles in Hausa society. The course covers key analytical approaches used by scholars, focusing on identifying themes, structural elements, and stylistic devices. Students will learn to interpret the messages conveyed through Hausa poetry and appreciate its cultural significance.

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156h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Waƙoƙin HausaAdabin HausaWaƙar BakaRubutacciyar WaƙaSalo

Course Overview

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Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
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Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Ma'anar Waƙoƙin Hausa

2

Asalin Waƙar Baka

3

Rubutacciyar Waƙa

4

Jigo da Turke

5

Yanayin Zubi

6

Salo da Harshe

Total Topics6 topics

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No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

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assignments

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Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

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Written Assessment

final examination

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Asalin Samuwa Da Bunƙasar Waƙoƙin Hausa Na Baka Da Rubutattu

4h

Unit 1: Meaning and Significance of Hausa Poems

2 study hours
  • •Read the definition and significance of Hausa poems.
  • •Differentiate between oral and written Hausa poetry.
  • •Identify the benefits of Hausa poems to the Hausa community.

Unit 2: Origin and Development of Oral Hausa Poetry

2 study hours
  • •Explore the origins and development of oral Hausa poetry.
  • •Discuss the views of scholars on the origin of oral poetry.
  • •Analyze the factors that contributed to the growth of oral poetry.
Week
2

Module 1: Asalin Samuwa Da Bunƙasar Waƙoƙin Hausa Na Baka Da Rubutattu

4h

Unit 3: Origin of Written Hausa Poetry

2 study hours
  • •Study the origin of written Hausa poetry.
  • •Examine the influence of Islam on the development of written poetry.
  • •Discuss the role of scholars in promoting written Hausa poetry.

Unit 4: Development of Oral Hausa Poetry From Jiya Zuwa Yau

2 study hours
  • •Analyze the growth of oral Hausa poetry from the past to the present.
  • •Discuss the impact of colonial rule on oral poetry.
  • •Examine the role of radio stations and universities in promoting oral poetry.
Week
3

Module 2: Haɓakar Rubutacciyar Waƙa Da Bayanin Saƙonnin Waƙoƙin Hausa Na Baka Da Rubutattu

3h

Unit 1: Haɓakar Rubutacciyar Waƙa ta Hausa

3 study hours
  • •Study the development of written Hausa poetry.
  • •Analyze the factors that contributed to the growth of written poetry.
  • •Discuss the role of modern technology in promoting written poetry.
Week
4

Module 2: Haɓakar Rubutacciyar Waƙa Da Bayanin Saƙonnin Waƙoƙin Hausa Na Baka Da Rubutattu

3h

Unit 2: Ma'anar Jigo da Turke a Waƙoƙin Hausa na Baka da Rubutattu

3 study hours
  • •Define the meaning of theme and message in Hausa poems.
  • •Differentiate between theme and message.
  • •Analyze the importance of theme and message in Hausa poetry.
Week
5

Module 2: Haɓakar Rubutacciyar Waƙa Da Bayanin Saƙonnin Waƙoƙin Hausa Na Baka Da Rubutattu

3h

Unit 3: Jigogin Rubutattun Waƙoƙin Hausa

3 study hours
  • •Identify the themes in written Hausa poems.
  • •Analyze the themes of religion, love, and politics.
  • •Discuss the role of themes in conveying messages in written poetry.
Week
6

Module 2: Haɓakar Rubutacciyar Waƙa Da Bayanin Saƙonnin Waƙoƙin Hausa Na Baka Da Rubutattu

3h

Unit 4: Turakun Waƙoƙin Baka na Hausa

3 study hours
  • •Identify the messages in oral Hausa poems.
  • •Analyze the messages of praise, advice, and entertainment.
  • •Discuss the role of messages in promoting cultural values in oral poetry.
Week
7

Module 3: Jigo Da Turke Da Yanayin Zubi Da Tsari A Waqoqin Baka Na Hausa Da Rubutattu

3h

Unit 1: Jigo Baduniye a Rubutattun Waqoqin Hausa

3 study hours
  • •Study the concept of Jigo Baduniye in written Hausa poems.
  • •Analyze the themes of love, social criticism, and modern inventions.
  • •Discuss the role of Jigo Baduniye in reflecting societal issues.
Week
8

Module 3: Jigo Da Turke Da Yanayin Zubi Da Tsari A Waqoqin Baka Na Hausa Da Rubutattu

3h

Unit 2: Turke Baduniye a Waqoqin Baka na Zamani

3 study hours
  • •Study the concept of Turke Baduniye in modern oral Hausa poems.
  • •Analyze the themes of love, social criticism, and humor.
  • •Discuss the role of Turke Baduniye in reflecting societal issues.
Week
9

Module 3: Jigo Da Turke Da Yanayin Zubi Da Tsari A Waqoqin Baka Na Hausa Da Rubutattu

3h

Unit 3: Yanayin Zubi a Waqoqin Hausa na Baka da Rubutattu

3 study hours
  • •Study the nature of zubi in Hausa poems.
  • •Analyze the use of mabuxi, marufi, and xango/saxara.
  • •Discuss the impact of zubi on the overall structure of Hausa poetry.
Week
10

Module 3: Jigo Da Turke Da Yanayin Zubi Da Tsari A Waqoqin Baka Na Hausa Da Rubutattu

3h

Unit 4: Tsari a Waƙoƙin Baka da Rubutattu na Hausa

3 study hours
  • •Study the concept of tsari in Hausa poems.
  • •Analyze the use of adadin xiya/baitoci, amsa-amo, shekarar wallafa, and karin waqa.
  • •Discuss the impact of tsari on the overall structure of Hausa poetry.
Week
11

Module 4: Salo Da Sarrafa Harshe A Waqoqin BakaNa Hausa Da Rubutattu

3h

Unit 1: Salo a Waqoqin Baka na Hausa da Rubutattu

3 study hours
  • •Study the concept of salo in Hausa poems.
  • •Analyze the use of miqaqqen salo, salo mai armashi da karsashi, raggon salo, tshohon salo/sabon salo, and salo mai sarqaqiya/mai tsauri.
  • •Discuss the impact of salo on the overall message of Hausa poetry.
Week
12

Module 4: Salo Da Sarrafa Harshe A Waqoqin BakaNa Hausa Da Rubutattu

3h

Unit 2: Sarrafa Harshe a Waqoqin Baka da Rubutattu

3 study hours
  • •Study the concept of sarrafa harshe in Hausa poems.
  • •Analyze the use of maganganun azanci, siffar kalmomi, baqin kalmomi, tsarin jumla, and karin harshe.
  • •Discuss the impact of sarrafa harshe on the overall message of Hausa poetry.
Week
13

Module 4: Salo Da Sarrafa Harshe A Waqoqin BakaNa Hausa Da Rubutattu

3h

Unit 3: Adon Harshe a Waqoqin Baka na Hausa da Rubutattu

3 study hours
  • •Study the concept of adon harshe in Hausa poems.
  • •Analyze the use of mutuntawa, dabbantarwa, kamantawa, siffantawa, and kambame.
  • •Discuss the impact of adon harshe on the overall message of Hausa poetry.

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