HUM* 151 Folktales

Credits: 3

This is a course in multicultural literature delivered through an exploration of the literary genre of the folktale. Folktales from many countries and cultures are read, recited, discussed, analyzed, and interpreted. The history of folktales as well as their role in both traditional and modern societies is considered. The value of folktales as reflections of the cultures from which they originated is explored through a variety of activities including class discussions, presentations, assignments and research.
Prerequisite: Appreciation of the Aesthetic Dimensions of Humankind