Distinguish Critical Approaches

• Describe each critical approach in detail.
• Compare and/or contrast the two critical approaches. How are they different and similar?
• Determine which critical approach you find most useful for examining the conflicts and meaning in literature.
• Explain why you chose this particular approach as the most useful. Why does it appeal to you?

• Do you agree with your classmates’ perspectives? Why, or why not? Be specific.
• Ask a specific question to encourage further discussion on the topic.
• Challenge your classmates’ interpretation of literature and/or point of view.
• Do a small amount of research and share what you learn with your peers about the topic discussed in this post.

Forming Questions Based on Critical Reading

Write: Your initial post should be at least 200 words in length. The minimum word count does not include references.

• Construct an open-ended question (see How to Ask an Open-Ended Question handout) to ask your peers about the literature you read in the class. Avoid asking closed-end questions that require a “yes” or “no” answer. The question should not be overly broad or too general, but focus on specific literary conflicts, techniques, or themes.
• Share what you learned by reading your peers’ posts throughout the class.
• Discuss your initial response to the Clugston (2014) quote from Week One. Based on what you learned about literature, what has changed? How will these changes impact your perspective on literature?