Professional Certificate in Epic Literature: African Narratives Retold
-- ViewingNowThe Professional Certificate in Epic Literature: African Narratives Retold is a comprehensive course that delves into the rich and diverse literary traditions of Africa. This course is essential for anyone seeking to broaden their understanding of global literature and culture.
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โข Unit 1: Introduction to Epic Literature in African Narratives – Understanding the historical context and significance of epic literature within African cultures.
โข Unit 2: The Role of Oral Tradition in African Epics – Exploring the importance of storytelling and oral traditions in the transmission and preservation of African epics.
โข Unit 3: Analyzing African Narratives: Structure, Style, and Themes – Developing critical reading and analysis skills to identify epic conventions, literary styles, and recurring themes in African narratives.
โข Unit 4: Retelling African Epics: Cultural Adaptations and Modern Interpretations – Examining contemporary adaptations and retellings of African epics in modern literature, film, and other media.
โข Unit 5: Key African Epics: Analyzing Sundiata, Anansi, and Shaka Zulu – Delving into the specifics of these foundational African epics and understanding their impact on African and global literature.
โข Unit 6: The Hero's Journey in African Epics – Applying Joseph Campbell's monomyth theory to African epics and understanding the cultural significance of the hero figure in African narratives.
โข Unit 7: Women in African Epics: Agency, Empowerment, and Subversion – Exploring the role of women in African epics and their impact on gender dynamics and social structures.
โข Unit 8: Comparative Analysis of African and Western Epics – Comparing African epics to their Western counterparts and understanding the historical and cultural factors that shaped both traditions.
โข Unit 9: African Epics and Globalization: Appropriation, Cultural Exchange, and Hybridity – Understanding the impact of globalization on African epics and their dissemination in global literature.
โข Unit 10: The Future of African Epic Literature: Research, Preservation, and Creation – Exploring the current state of African epic literature and discussing strategies for its preservation and continued development
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