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YOR332Arts2 Unitsintermediate

Yoruba Stylistic I

This course introduces students to Yorùbá stylistics, focusing on its definition, theories, and development. It explores the relationship between stylistics, linguistics, and literature, examining current trends in Yorùbá literary studies. The course covers various aspects, including the origins of Yorùbá stylistics, its growth within the field of Yorùbá language studies, and the challenges it faces. Students will learn to analyze, interpret, and evaluate Yorùbá literary works, gaining a deeper understanding of the unique stylistic features of the language.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Yorùbá StylisticsÌṣọwọ́lo-ÈdèLinguisticsLiteratureÈdè Yorùbá

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

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

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Definition of Yorùbá Stylistics

2

Theories of Yorùbá Stylistics

3

Development of Yorùbá Stylistics

4

Relationship with Linguistics and Literature

5

Current Trends in Yorùbá Literary Studies

6

Branches of Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè

7

Factors Influencing Variation in Afọ̀

8

Theories of Èdè Ojoojúmọ́ and Èdè Ewì

9

Characteristics of ọnà Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè

Total Topics9 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

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Literary Critic

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Language Analyst

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Cultural Preservationist

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Translator

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Editor

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Oríkì, Ìdàgbàsókè àti Ìṣòro Tó Kojú Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè

2h

Unit 1: Ìṣọwọ́ Oríkì Ìmọ̀lo-Èdè

2 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to Yorùbá stylistics.
  • •Understand the concepts and objectives of Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè.
  • •Answer the preliminary questions to test your understanding.
Week
2

Module 1: Oríkì, Ìdàgbàsókè àti Ìṣòro Tó Kojú Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè

3h

Unit 2: Ìṣọwọ́ Orikì Ìmọ̀lo-Èdè

3 study hours
  • •Study the definition of Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè.
  • •Analyze the relationship between style and linguistics.
  • •Reflect on the evolution of the field.
Week
3

Module 1: Oríkì, Ìdàgbàsókè àti Ìṣòro Tó Kojú Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè

3h

Unit 3: Ìdàgbàsókè Ìmọ̀lo-Èdè Yorùbá

3 study hours
  • •Examine the development of Ìmọ̀lo-Èdè Yorùbá.
  • •Identify the key milestones in its evolution.
  • •Discuss the factors that influenced its growth.
Week
4

Module 1: Oríkì, Ìdàgbàsókè àti Ìṣòro Tó Kojú Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè

3h

Unit 4: Ìṣòro Tó Dojúkọ Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè Yorùbá

3 study hours
  • •Identify the challenges facing Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè Yorùbá.
  • •Analyze the factors contributing to these challenges.
  • •Propose potential solutions to overcome these obstacles.
Week
5

Module 1: Oríkì, Ìdàgbàsókè àti Ìṣòro Tó Kojú Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè

3h

Unit 5: Ìmọ̀lo-Èdè Yorùbá Lóde Òní

3 study hours
  • •Explore the contemporary relevance of Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè Yorùbá.
  • •Discuss its applications in modern Yorùbá society.
  • •Analyze its role in preserving and promoting Yorùbá language and culture.
Week
6

Module 2: Àwọn Èka Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè, Afọ̀ àti Àwọn Okùnfà Ìyàtọ̀ Inú Afọ̀

2h

Unit 1: Àwọn Èka Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè

2 study hours
  • •Understand the various branches of Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè.
  • •Examine the relationship between these branches.
  • •Discuss the importance of each branch in the broader field.
Week
7

Module 2: Àwọn Èka Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè, Afọ̀ àti Àwọn Okùnfà Ìyàtọ̀ Inú Afọ̀

3h

Unit 2: Ìbáṣepò Tó Wà Láàárín Àwọn Ìmọ̀ Yìí

3 study hours
  • •Analyze the relationship between Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè and ìmọ̀ ẹ̀dá-èdè.
  • •Discuss the contributions of ìmọ̀ ẹ̀dá-èdè to the study of stylistics.
  • •Explore the ways in which ìmọ̀ ẹ̀dá-èdè informs stylistic analysis.
Week
8

Module 2: Àwọn Èka Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè, Afọ̀ àti Àwọn Okùnfà Ìyàtọ̀ Inú Afọ̀

5h

Unit 3: Kín ni Afọ̀?

3 study hours
  • •Define afọ̀ and its role in communication.
  • •Identify the factors that contribute to variations in afọ̀.
  • •Analyze how these factors influence stylistic choices.

Unit 4: Àwọn Okùnfà Ìyàtọ̀ Inú Afọ̀

2 study hours
  • •Explore the impact of Ògangan-Ìṣẹ̀lẹ on afọ̀.
  • •Discuss how the context of communication shapes stylistic decisions.
  • •Analyze the relationship between audience and afọ̀.
Week
9

Module 2: Àwọn Èka Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè, Afọ̀ àti Àwọn Okùnfà Ìyàtọ̀ Inú Afọ̀

3h

Unit 5: Rírán Èdè Níṣẹ́

3 study hours
  • •Examine the concept of Rírán Èdè Níṣẹ́.
  • •Discuss the ways in which language can be used to create art.
  • •Analyze the characteristics of language that contribute to artistic expression.
Week
10

Module 3: Díẹ̀ Lára Tíọ́rì Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè àti Àwọn Àbùdá Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè

4h

Unit 1: Tíórì Èdè Ojoojúmọ́

2 study hours
  • •Explore the theories of Èdè Ojoojúmọ́.
  • •Discuss the characteristics of everyday language.
  • •Analyze the role of Èdè Ojoojúmọ́ in communication.

Unit 2: Tíórì Èdè Ewì

2 study hours
  • •Examine the theories of Èdè Ewì.
  • •Discuss the characteristics of poetic language.
  • •Analyze the role of Èdè Ewì in artistic expression.
Week
11

Module 3: Díẹ̀ Lára Tíọ́rì Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè àti Àwọn Àbùdá Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè

3h

Unit 3: Ìbáṣepò láàárín Èdè ojoojúmọ́ àti Èdè Ewì

3 study hours
  • •Analyze the relationship between Èdè Ojoojúmọ́ and Èdè Ewì.
  • •Discuss the similarities and differences between these two forms of language.
  • •Explore the ways in which they influence each other.
Week
12

Module 3: Díẹ̀ Lára Tíọ́rì Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè àti Àwọn Àbùdá Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè

3h

Unit 4: Ìyapa Èdè Ojoojúmọ́ àti Èdè Ewì

3 study hours
  • •Identify the ways in which Èdè Ewì differs from Èdè Ojoojúmọ́.
  • •Discuss the reasons for these differences.
  • •Analyze the impact of these differences on stylistic choices.
Week
13

Module 3: Díẹ̀ Lára Tíọ́rì Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè àti Àwọn Àbùdá Ìmọ̀ Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè

3h

Unit 5: Àwọn Àbùdá ọnà Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè

3 study hours
  • •Explore the characteristics of ọnà Ìṣọwọ́lo-Èdè.
  • •Discuss the role of these characteristics in stylistic analysis.
  • •Analyze the impact of these characteristics on the overall effectiveness of communication.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all course materials, focusing on key definitions and theories.

2

Practice analyzing Yorùbá literary texts, identifying stylistic devices.

3

Create flashcards for important terms and concepts.

4

Form study groups to discuss challenging topics and share insights.

5

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their solutions.

6

Focus on understanding the relationship between stylistics, linguistics, and literature.

7

Practice essay writing, focusing on clear and concise expression of ideas.

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