Fall 2026
British Literatue I
Instructor: Natasha Dailey
Email: Natasha.dailey@bobhopeschool.org
Phone: Off-Campus (Bob Hope -Ext 319)
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 2:55-3:40, Friday 2:05-2:40
Additional Contact Information: Daileynm@lamarpa.edu
• English 2322 is the course following completion of English 1301 and 1302. Students in the course read and study the literary genres: fiction, poetry, and
drama.
• The course presents the development of British literature from its Anglo-Saxon origin through the 18th century.
• The course intends to develop further students’ precision and perceptivity in reading and to develop the students’ abilities to express, in specifically analytical
writing, more complex, critical readings than are required in English 1301 and 1302.
• The course also involves students in literature as a way of knowing and defining experience throughout history and now.
The Norton Anthology of English Literature-Volume 1, Ninth Edition, W.W. Norton and Company, 2013
Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.
Black or blue ink pens (All work to be turned in must be in ink! Essays should be typed!)
Pencil
Sticky notes for taking notes in textbook (You may NOT write in the textbooks.)
Binder and notepaper for taking notes, completing class work, preparing daily assignments, and storing all handouts
Completed ENGL 1301 and 1302
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
1. Identify key ideas, representative authors and works, significant historical or cultural events, and characteristic perspectives or attitudes expressed in the literature of different periods or regions (PSLO 5& Alpha) Measured by response paper rubric & Pre-test/Post-test
2. Analyze literary works as expressions of individual or communal values within social/ethical, political, cultural, or religious contexts of different literary periods. (PSLO 1,2&6) Measured by class discussion and essay rubric
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the development of characteristic forms or styles of expression during different historical periods or in different regions (PSLO 1,2&6) Measured by essay rubric
4. Articulate the aesthetic principles that guide the scope and variety of works in the arts and humanities. (PSLO 1,2,5&6)Measured by essay rubric
5. Write research-based critical papers about the assigned readings in clear and grammatically correct prose, using various critical approaches to literature. (PSLO 1&2) Measured by essay rubric.
PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills- Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material.
PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills – Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information.
Creatively identifies problem, argument, or issue (to determine extent of information needed); differentiates the facts from opinions as relates to situation; constructs possible solutions or prediction or consequences; uses logical, sound reasoning to justify conclusion.
PSLO 2: Communication Skills – Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication.
Expresses a strong thesis; organizes information with effective transitions & sequencing of ideas; uses substantial, logical & specific development of ideas; details are relevant, original, credible and correctly documented when appropriate to show an effective development and interpretation of ideas; and presents ideas in appropriate mode of expression for the task.
PSLO 4: Teamwork Skills- Shows the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal.
Helps the team move forward by discussing merits of alternative ideas; Treats team members respectfully; uses positive facial, vocal or written tone, or language to convey a positive attitude; Motivates teammates by expressing confidence about the importance of the task; Provides assistance/encouragement to team members; Completes all assigned tasks by deadline; Addresses conflict constructively; or helps the group avoid conflict completely.
PSLO 6: Personal Responsibility Skills – Integrates choices, actions and consequences in ethical decision-making.
Recognizes ethical issues when presented in a complex, multilayered (gray) context; recognizes cross- relationships among the issues; discusses in detail/ analyzes core beliefs; the discussion has greater depth and clarity showing the independent application of ethical perspectives/ concepts to an ethical question accurately; and is able to consider full implications of the application.
Unit 1: The Middle Ages
Unit 2: The Renaissance
Unit 3: The Seventeenth Century
Unit 4: Critical Literary Theory Research and MLA
August 10-14
(Bob Hope start date, not Lamar State College)
Introduction, Syllabus, Course Policies
Review Important College Vocabulary, MLA Research and Essay Writing, College Applications, and how to use Blackboard, etc.
Pre-Test: August 13
August 17-21
Introduction to the Middle Ages and the Heroic Quest
Discuss Examples of the Quest from Fairy Tales and Greek Mythology (Homer’s “The Odyssey”)
August 24-28
(Lamar State College official start date)
Begin Anglo-Saxon Literature: “Beowulf”
August 31-September 4
Continue "Beowulf"
September 7-11
*SEPTEMBER 7: NO SCHOOL- LABOR DAY*
September 9: Census Day
14th-15th Century Middle English Literature: “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight”
Anglo-Norman Literature: Sir Thomas Malory “Morte D’Arthur”
September 14-18
Assignment: Heroic Quest: “Beowulf,” “Sir Gawain,” “Arthur” Due September 18
14th-15th Century Middle English Literature: Geoffrey Chaucer’s “The Canterbury Tales”:
The General Prologue
The Miller’s Tale
September 21-25
Continue Chaucer’s “The Canterbury Tales”:
The Wife of Bath’s Tale
The Pardoner’s Tale
Review for Exam 1
September 28-October 2
Writing Assignment: “The Canterbury Tales” Due September 28 (Groups—Common Assignment)
EXAM 1: Medieval Literature due October 2
*September 28: Final Day to Drop Without Academic Penalty
October 5-9
Introduction to the Renaissance and Queen Elizabeth
William Shakespeare’s Sonnets
Shakespeare’s “Scottish Play” or “Hamlet”
October 12-16
Continue Shakespeare’s “Scottish Play” or “Hamlet”
(Look at parts of Christopher Marlow “Doctor Faustus”)
Writing Assignment on Shakespeare and Culture Due October 16
October 19-23
EXAM 2: Renaissance Literature due October 23
Begin Seventeenth Century and Metaphysical Poetry
Ben Johnson “To My Book”, “To John Donne,” etc.
George Hebert “The Temple,” “Easter Wings,” “Love,” etc.
Andrew Marvell “To His Coy Mistress”
October 26-30
Milton’s “Paradise Lost”
Writing Assignment on Metaphysical Poetry Due October 29
*OCTOBER 30: NO SCHOOL
November 2-6
Begin discussing Literary Research Paper-MLA
Work on Researching and Gathering Sources and Forming a Thesis
November 9-13
Sections of Swift’s “Gulliver’s Travels”
November 16-20
EXAM 4: Seventeenth Century Literature and Annotated Bibliography/Thesis due on November 18
November 23-27
*NO SCHOOL-THANKSGIVING HOLIDAYS
*November 23: Final Day to Drop With Academic Penalty
November 30-December 4
LITERARY THEORY RESEARCH PAPER Due no later than November 30
Review for Final Exam
FINAL EXAM ESSAY on December 1-2 (in-class)
December 7-11
FINAL EXAM OBJECTIVE on December 7 (in-class)
*Students are required to take both the Essay and Objective Final Exam. If a student misses an exam day, he/she will have until December 9 to make-up the exam.**
FINAL EXAM ESSAY on December 1-2 at 09:55-10:40 am
FINAL EXAM OBJECTIVE on December 7 at 09:55-10:40 am
*Students are required to take both the Essay and Objective Final Exam. If a student misses an exam day, he/she will have until December 9 to make-up the exams.**
90-100 A
80-89 B
70-79 C
60-69 D
59 and below F
Exam #1 10%
Exam #2 10%
Exam #3 10%
Exam #4 10%
Research Paper 20%
Daily Grades 20%
Final Examination 20%
ACADEMIC HONESTY: Academic honesty is expected from all students. Cheating, plagiarism, or collusion will not be tolerated in any form under any circumstances. Plagiarism is defined as “taking and using as one's own the writings or ideas of another.” No use of AI to complete assignments. Any student caught cheating or plagiarizing or aiding another student in cheating or plagiarizing on a quiz, test, individual assignment, or examination may be dropped from the class with a grade of “F.”
CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE: No gum, food or drinks (except water) may be used during class. Disruptive behavior and profanity will not be tolerated. Students should not talk when someone else is talking. Be respectful. All cell phones should be turned off and placed out of sight during class. Students are to be alert and pay attention at all times. Reading anything other than the course texts or doing work for another class will not be permitted. Students are not to sleep –or appear to be sleeping (no heads on desks). NO TEXTING!!!!! NO EARBUDS!!!!
LATE WORK POLICY: All out-of-class assignments are due at the beginning of the class period on the due date. After that, they will be considered late.
An out-of-class assignment will be accepted late if it is turned in (or emailed) by the next class meeting. An essay or assignment will not be accepted after a week with 5 points deducted each day it is late, and the student will receive a zero after a week has passed. For example, an assignment turned-in two days late will have 10 pts deducted. If the student is ill, he/she should have someone drop off his/her work the day it is due or email it to the instructor before time for the class to begin.
Students, whether they are present or not, are responsible for completing and turning in all assignments and for finding out what they missed. Students should check to see if any changes were made to the course outline.
If the absence is excused, quizzes and tests may be made up with the student's initiative and at the instructor's convenience. If not excused, a late test or research paper is not accepted.
Attendance is mandatory and attendance records of every class will be kept by the instructor. Students are expected to be on time for each class. The student, whether he/she is present or not, is responsible for material and assignments covered in class. You should not return after an absence and ask me what you missed. You need to find out from your course outline or another student before class. The conscientious student will confer in person or by e-mail with the instructor on or before the day of an absence.
AN IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT HOMEWORK: Much of the time in this class your homework will be to read from the textbook. Please understand that "Read" means "READ, STUDY, AND UNDERSTAND." AN IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT NOTETAKING: The first thing you need to do when you get to class is get out your notebook to take notes. I recommend a spiral notebook that you can clip in your binder. Each day, write that day's date on the top of a clean page and be ready to take notes. Don't depend on your memory; take copious notes!
Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Accessibility Services Coordinator, Room 119, in the Ruby Fuller Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.
If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.