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LIT. 266 Black Literature

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Minimum Grade for Prerequisites

Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.

Course Description

Study of representative works from the genre of African American literature, with an emphasis on English language literature and thought and on a broad range of creative media. This course will include reading, discussion, and analysis of canonical and contemporary writers with an emphasis on identifying major literary, cultural, and historical themes.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENGL C1000 (formerly ENGL 100) or ENGL C1000E (formerly ENGL 105)
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 3
Transfer Credit: CSU/UC (Cal-GETC Area 3B)