Survey of the Literature of Yoruba
- Arts
- 100 level
- 2 credit units
- 134 pages
- 1 units
This course provides a comprehensive survey of Yorùbá literature. It explores various forms of Yorùbá literary expression, including ewì àpile ḳ́ ọ (written poetry), eré onítàn (drama), and ìtàn àròsọ (prose). The course examines the historical development, stylistic features, and critical analysis of these literary genres. Students will develop skills in interpreting and appreciating Yorùbá literary works.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 150 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study, problem solving
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of YOR211, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
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What you should be able to do
- Identify and describe the key characteristics of Yorùbá written poetry, drama, and prose.
- Analyze the historical development of Yorùbá literature.
- Apply critical analysis techniques to Yorùbá literary works.
- Evaluate the use of language and style in Yorùbá literature.
- Appreciate the cultural and social significance of Yorùbá literature.
What it prepares you for
- Teacher
- Lecturer
- Translator
- Editor
- Cultural Officer
- Education
- Publishing
- Media
- Cultural Preservation
- Translation Services
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: Ìfáàrà sí Ewì Àpile ̣́ kọ Yorùbá
Unit 4: Àfiko ra ̣́ ìtúpale ewì àpile ̣̀ kọ Yorùbá I: Ṣóbo ẉ́ álé Ṣówándé àti Déńrelé Adétìmíkàn Ọbasá
The unit requires a deep understanding of the nuances of Yorùbá language and culture to fully appreciate the poetry's meaning and artistic value.
- Module 2: Ìfáàrà sí eré onítàn Yorùbá
Unit 4: Àgbéye wò eré-onítàn Ẹfúnṣetán Aníwúrà tí Akínwùmí Ìṣo ḷ́á àti Re ṛ́ e ̣́Rún tí Ọládèjọ Òkédìjí kọ
Analyzing the play requires understanding complex social and political dynamics within the Yorùbá culture, as well as the historical context of the play.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Ìfáàrà sí Ewì Àpile ̣́ kọ Yorùbá
Unit 1: Ìfáàrà sí ewì àpile ̣̀ kọ Yorùbá · 2 hours
Read the introduction to Yorùbá written poetry and define its key characteristics.. Compare and contrast Yorùbá written poetry with oral poetry.. Identify the different types of Yorùbá written poetry..
- Week 2Module 1: Ìfáàrà sí Ewì Àpile ̣́ kọ Yorùbá
Unit 2: Ìgbéǹde àti ìdàgbàsókè ewì àpile ̣̀ kọ Yorùbá · 2 hours
Examine the historical development of Yorùbá written poetry.. Analyze the influence of newspapers on the development of Yorùbá poetry.. Discuss the efforts to translate foreign poetry into Yorùbá..
- Week 3Module 1: Ìfáàrà sí Ewì Àpile ̣́ kọ Yorùbá
Unit 3: Ìtúpale ewì àpile ̣̀ kọ Yorùbá · 2 hours
Explore the use of language as a tool in Yorùbá written poetry.. Compare and contrast the language of poetry with everyday language.. Analyze the use of literary devices in Yorùbá written poetry..
- Week 4Module 1: Ìfáàrà sí Ewì Àpile ̣́ kọ Yorùbá
Unit 4: Àfiko ra ̣́ ìtúpale ewì àpile ̣̀ kọ Yorùbá I: Ṣóbo ẉ́ álé Ṣówándé àti Déńrelé Adétìmíkàn Ọbasá · 2 hours
Study the poetry of Ṣóbo ẉ́ álé Ṣówándé.. Analyze the structure, themes, and language used in his poetry.. Discuss the significance of Ṣówándé's work in Yorùbá literature..
- Week 5Module 1: Ìfáàrà sí Ewì Àpile ̣́ kọ Yorùbá
Unit 5: Àfiko ra ̣́ ìtúpale ewì àpile ̣̀ kọ Yorùbá II: Adébáyo ̣́ Fálétí àti Akínwùmí Ìṣ̩ o lá · 2 hours
Study the poetry of Adébáyo ̣́ Fálétí.. Analyze the themes, structure, and language used in his poetry.. Discuss the significance of Fálétí's work in Yorùbá literature..
- Week 6Module 2: Ìfáàrà sí eré onítàn Yorùbá
Unit 1: Ìfáàrà sí eré-onítàn Yorùbá · 2 hours
Define Yorùbá drama and its key characteristics.. Explore the views of scholars on Yorùbá drama.. Differentiate between Yorùbá drama, play, and theatre..
- Week 7Module 2: Ìfáàrà sí eré onítàn Yorùbá
Unit 2: Ìgbéǹde àti ìdàgbàsóke eré onítàn Yorùbá · 2 hours
Examine the historical development of Yorùbá drama.. Analyze the efforts to promote Yorùbá drama.. Discuss the different types of Yorùbá drama..
- Week 8Module 2: Ìfáàrà sí eré onítàn Yorùbá
Unit 3: Ìtúpale ̣́eré onítàn Yorùbá · 2 hours
Explore the elements of Yorùbá drama analysis.. Analyze plot, setting, character, themes, and language in Yorùbá drama.. Discuss the significance of these elements in understanding Yorùbá drama..
- Week 9Module 2: Ìfáàrà sí eré onítàn Yorùbá
Unit 4: Àgbéye wò eré-onítàn Ẹfúnṣetán Aníwúrà tí Akínwùmí Ìṣo ḷ́á àti Re ṛ́ e ̣́Rún tí Ọládèjọ Òkédìjí kọ · 2 hours
Analyze the play Ẹfúnṣetán Aníwúrà by Akínwùmí Ìṣo ḷ́á.. Explore the themes, characters, and language used in the play.. Discuss the significance of the play in Yorùbá literature..
- Week 10Module 2: Ìfáàrà sí eré onítàn Yorùbá
Unit 5: Àgbéye wò eré onítàn Alàgbà Jẹremáyà tí Oyetúndé Awoyẹlé kọ · 2 hours
Analyze the play Alàgbà Jẹremáyà by Oyetúndé Awoyẹlé.. Explore the themes, characters, and language used in the play.. Discuss the significance of the play in Yorùbá literature..
- Week 11Module 3: Ìfáàrà sí ìtàn àròsọ Yorùbá I
Unit 1: Ìfáàrà sí ìtàn àròsọ Yorùbá · 2 hours
Define Yorùbá prose and its key characteristics.. Explore the views of scholars on Yorùbá prose.. Identify the different types of Yorùbá prose..
- Week 12Module 3: Ìfáàrà sí ìtàn àròsọ Yorùbá I
Unit 2: Ìgbéǹde àti ìdàgbàsóke ìtàn àròsọ Yorùbá · 2 hours
Examine the historical development of Yorùbá prose.. Analyze the efforts to promote Yorùbá prose.. Discuss the different types of Yorùbá prose..
Unit 3: Ìpínsíso rí ìtàn àròsọ Yorùbá · 2 hours
Explore the different narrative techniques used in Yorùbá prose.. Analyze the use of these techniques in selected Yorùbá prose works.. Discuss the significance of these techniques in understanding Yorùbá prose..
- Week 13Module 3: Ìfáàrà sí ìtàn àròsọ Yorùbá I
Unit 4: Àfiko ra ̣́ ìtúpale ̣́ìtàn àròsọ: Àgbéye ẉ́ ò ìtàn àròsọ Ògbójú Ọdẹ Nínú Igbó Irúnmọle · 2 hours
Analyze the prose work Ògbójú Ọdẹ Nínú Igbó Irúnmọle by D.O. Fágúnwà.. Explore the themes, characters, and language used in the work.. Discuss the significance of the work in Yorùbá literature..
Unit 5: Àfiko ra ̣́ ìtúpale ̣́ìtàn àròsọ Àgbéye ẉ́ ò ìtàn àròsọ Ó Le Kú · 2 hours
Analyze the prose work Ó Le Kú by Akínwùmí Ìṣo ḷ́á.. Explore the themes, characters, and language used in the work.. Discuss the significance of the work in Yorùbá literature..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all module introductions and summaries to reinforce key concepts.
- Create detailed outlines for each unit, focusing on main themes and arguments.
- Practice analyzing sample Yorùbá literary texts, applying the critical techniques learned.
- Form study groups to discuss challenging units and share insights.
- Focus on understanding the historical context of each literary genre and author.
- Pay close attention to the language and stylistic features of each literary work.
- Practice writing essays and answering exam-style questions to improve your writing skills.
Questions students ask about this course
What is YOR211 about?
This course provides a comprehensive survey of Yorùbá literature. It explores various forms of Yorùbá literary expression, including ewì àpile ḳ́ ọ (written poetry), eré onítàn (drama), and ìtàn àròsọ (prose). The course examines the historical development, stylistic features, and critical analysis of these literary genres. Students will develop skills in interpreting and appreciating Yorùbá literary works.
How many units does YOR211 have?
YOR211, Survey of the Literature of Yoruba, has 1 unit across 1 module, over 134 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is YOR211?
YOR211 carries 2 credit units, at 100 level in Arts.
Is YOR211 hard?
YOR211 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, case study and problem solving work.
How long does YOR211 take to study?
About 150 hours of study, spread across its 1 units.
How is YOR211 assessed?
YOR211 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with YOR211?
Teacher, Lecturer, Translator, Editor and Cultural Officer.