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Literature and Society
This course addresses the richness of Mauritian Literature and Society through a 10-week course, delving into a diverse array of texts that illuminate the cultural, historical, and social fabric of Mauritius. This immersive literary journey blends traditional lectures with interactive discussions, analyzing seminal works from celebrated Mauritian authors. The course begins by establishing the societal context through different literature roles, examining the island's multiethnic and multilingual backdrop, which shapes its unique literary voice. Enlightening lectures highlight the influence of colonial and postcolonial narratives, while seminars encourage debates on identity, migration, indentured and Creole dynamics.
Learners are introduced to prominent figures like Dev Virahsawmy, whose works challenge linguistic barriers, and Khal Torabully, whose poetry elegantly confronts indenturedship. The curriculum covers an array of genres including poetry and plays, reflecting the creolization and indenturedship process and their impact on literary plot. Weekly reading assignments and critical analyses will build learners' understanding of literary devices used to express socio-political issues. Capstone projects encourage deep exploration of specific themes or authors, fostering a personalized connection with the material. Ultimately, this equips learners with a nuanced critical outlook of Mauritian Literature.
Learning Objectives:
The learners in this course are expected to be able to:
- Analyse the interplay of language, culture, and identity in Mauritian literature.
- Critically evaluate the representations of colonial and postcolonial experiences in Mauritian literary works.
- Synthesize perspectives from a diverse range of Mauritian authors and texts to create a multifaceted view of Mauritian society.
- Produce a scholarly analysis of themes such as transoceanic dialogues, race dynamics, and societal change within the island's distinctive literary oeuvre.
- Write a research project based on a chosen text of Mauritian Literature and Society that showcases culture and identity.
Assessment Schemes
- Formative Assessment: 40% (face to face) (LMS-Enabled Assessment)
- Summative Assessment: 60%
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Course Facilitator
Mrs Anisha Badal-Caussy
Email: anisha.badal@mgi.ac.mu
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