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Yoruba Written Drama

This course provides an in-depth exploration of Yorùbá written drama (eré-oníṣe àpilèkọ Yorùbá). It examines the origins and development of Yorùbá written drama, its classification, methods of analysis, and character types. The course also analyzes dramatic techniques, including imitation, irony, historical settings, and language use. Finally, it includes a detailed review of five specific Yorùbá plays, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of this literary genre.

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120h
Study Time
13
Weeks
9h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Yorùbá dramaeré-oníṣe àpilèkọliterary analysisYorùbá literatureAfrican drama

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

Origins of Yorùbá written drama

2

Classification of Yorùbá plays

3

Dramatic techniques in Yorùbá literature

4

Character analysis

5

Themes in Yorùbá drama

6

Language and style in Yorùbá plays

7

Analysis of specific Yorùbá plays

Total Topics7 topics

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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

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Written Assessment

final examination

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Written Assessment

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Eré-Oníṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá

3h

Unit 1: Eré-Oníṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá

3 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to Yorùbá written drama.
  • •Define eré-oníṣe àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá and its significance.
  • •Identify key characteristics of Yorùbá written drama.
Week
2

Module 1: Eré-Oníṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá

3h

Unit 2: Ìdàgbàsókè Eré Oníṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá

3 study hours
  • •Explore the historical development of Yorùbá written drama.
  • •Examine the role of newspapers in promoting Yorùbá drama.
  • •Discuss the contributions of key figures like Akíntan.
Week
3

Module 1: Eré-Oníṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá

3h

Unit 3: Ìpínsísòrí Eré-Oní ̣ ṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá I

3 study hours
  • •Learn about the different categories of Yorùbá written drama.
  • •Understand the criteria for classifying plays.
  • •Identify examples of plays within each category.
Week
4

Module 1: Eré-Oníṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá

3h

Unit 4: Ìpínsísòrí Eré Oní ̣ ṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá II

3 study hours
  • •Continue exploring the categories of Yorùbá written drama.
  • •Analyze the nuances within each classification.
  • •Discuss the interconnections between different categories.
Week
5

Module 1: Eré-Oníṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá

3h

Unit 5: Ìlànà Ìtúpalè Eré-Oní ̣ ṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá

3 study hours
  • •Learn about different methods for analyzing Yorùbá written drama.
  • •Understand the concepts of kókó-ìtàn and àhunpò-ìtàn.
  • •Apply these concepts to analyze specific plays.
Week
6

Module 2: ÌFÌWÀWẸ̀DÁ, ÌSÒRỌ ̀Ṇ̀ GBÈSÌ, IBÙDÓ-ÌTÀN ÀTI ÌLÒ-ÈDÈ NÍNÚ ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÀPILÈḲ Ọ YORÙBÁ

3h

Unit 1: Ẹ̀dá-ìtàn Nínú Eré-Oníṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá

3 study hours
  • •Identify and analyze different character types in Yorùbá written drama.
  • •Understand the role of characters in conveying the play's message.
  • •Discuss the use of characterization techniques.
Week
7

Module 2: ÌFÌWÀWẸ̀DÁ, ÌSÒRỌ ̀Ṇ̀ GBÈSÌ, IBÙDÓ-ÌTÀN ÀTI ÌLÒ-ÈDÈ NÍNÚ ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÀPILÈḲ Ọ YORÙBÁ

3h

Unit 2: Ìfìwàwẹ̀dá Nínú Eré-Oníṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá

3 study hours
  • •Explore the concept of ìfìwàwẹ̀dá (character portrayal) in Yorùbá drama.
  • •Analyze how playwrights create believable and relatable characters.
  • •Discuss the use of language, appearance, and actions in characterization.
Week
8

Module 2: ÌFÌWÀWẸ̀DÁ, ÌSÒRỌ ̀Ṇ̀ GBÈSÌ, IBÙDÓ-ÌTÀN ÀTI ÌLÒ-ÈDÈ NÍNÚ ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÀPILÈḲ Ọ YORÙBÁ

3h

Unit 3: Ìṣọ̀rọ̀ǹgbèsì Eré-Oníṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá

3 study hours
  • •Understand the importance of ìṣọ̀rọ̀ǹgbèsì (dialogue) in Yorùbá drama.
  • •Analyze how dialogue reveals character, advances the plot, and conveys themes.
  • •Discuss the use of language and tone in creating effective dialogue.
Week
9

Module 2: ÌFÌWÀWẸ̀DÁ, ÌSÒRỌ ̀Ṇ̀ GBÈSÌ, IBÙDÓ-ÌTÀN ÀTI ÌLÒ-ÈDÈ NÍNÚ ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÀPILÈḲ Ọ YORÙBÁ

3h

Unit 4: Ibùdó-Ìtàn Nínú Eré-Oníṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá

3 study hours
  • •Explore the concept of ibùdó-ìtàn (setting) in Yorùbá drama.
  • •Analyze how setting influences the plot, characters, and themes.
  • •Discuss the use of realistic and symbolic settings.
Week
10

Module 2: ÌFÌWÀWẸ̀DÁ, ÌSÒRỌ ̀Ṇ̀ GBÈSÌ, IBÙDÓ-ÌTÀN ÀTI ÌLÒ-ÈDÈ NÍNÚ ERÉ-ONÍṢE ÀPILÈḲ Ọ YORÙBÁ

3h

Unit 5: Ìlò-Èdè Nínú Eré-Oníṣe Àpilèḳ ọ Yorùbá

3 study hours
  • •Analyze the use of language in Yorùbá drama.
  • •Understand the importance of proverbs, idioms, and other linguistic devices.
  • •Discuss how language reflects character, setting, and themes.
Week
11

Module 3: ÀGBÉYÈWÒ ERÉ-ONÍ ̣ ṢE ÀPILẸ̀KỌ YORÙBÁ MÁRÙN-ÚN

4h

Unit 1: Àgbéyèwò Eré-oní ̣ ṣe Àpilẹ̀kọ Ẹfúnṣetán Aníwúrà – Akínwumí Ìṣò lá

4 study hours
  • •Read and analyze the play Ẹfúnṣetán Aníwúrà by Akínwùmí Ìṣò lá.
  • •Identify the main themes, characters, and plot points.
  • •Discuss the play's significance in Yorùbá literature.
Week
12

Module 3: ÀGBÉYÈWÒ ERÉ-ONÍ ̣ ṢE ÀPILẸ̀KỌ YORÙBÁ MÁRÙN-ÚN

8h

Unit 2: Àgbéyèwò Eré-oní ̣ ṣe Àpilẹ̀kọ Olú Ọmọ – Akínwumí Ìṣò lá

4 study hours
  • •Read and analyze the play Olú Ọmọ by Akínwùmí Ìṣò lá.
  • •Identify the main themes, characters, and plot points.
  • •Discuss the play's significance in Yorùbá literature.

Unit 3: Àgbéyèwò Eré-oní ̣ ṣe Àpilẹ̀kọ Rérẹ ́ Rún – Ọládè j̣ọ Òkédìjí

4 study hours
  • •Read and analyze the play Rérẹ ́ Rún by Ọládèjọ Òkédìjí.
  • •Identify the main themes, characters, and plot points.
  • •Discuss the play's significance in Yorùbá literature.
Week
13

Module 3: ÀGBÉYÈWÒ ERÉ-ONÍ ̣ ṢE ÀPILẸ̀KỌ YORÙBÁ MÁRÙN-ÚN

8h

Unit 4: Àgbéyèwò Eré-oní ̣ ṣe Àpilẹ̀kọ Ayégún – Adéníyì Àkàngbé

4 study hours
  • •Read and analyze the play Ayégún by Adéníyì Àkàngbé.
  • •Identify the main themes, characters, and plot points.
  • •Discuss the play's significance in Yorùbá literature.

Unit 5: Àgbéyèwò Eré-oní ̣ ṣe Àpilẹ̀kọ Ayé Yẹ Wọ́n Tán ̣ – Akínwumí Ìṣò lá

4 study hours
  • •Read and analyze the play Ayé Yẹ Wọ́n Tán by Akínwùmí Ìṣò lá.
  • •Identify the main themes, characters, and plot points.
  • •Discuss the play's significance in Yorùbá literature.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed character profiles for each play, noting their motivations and relationships.

2

Develop a comparative chart analyzing the themes and dramatic techniques across the five plays.

3

Practice applying different analytical frameworks (e.g., formalism, feminism) to the plays.

4

Review key Yorùbá proverbs and idioms used in the plays and their significance.

5

Focus on understanding the historical and cultural context of each play.

6

Prepare essay outlines for potential exam questions, focusing on clear arguments and evidence.

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