ELIT 17
Introduction to Shakespeare


Course Description

This course analyzes representative Shakespearean sonnets, histories, tragedies, and comedies, placed within the literary and social context of the Renaissance as well as the context of contemporary culture.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
39136 ELIT 17 01Y ·T····· 10:30 AM-12:20 PM Becky Roberts L36
······· TBA-TBA ONLINE

Class Dates: This class runs from 2025-01-06 to 2025-03-28.
Footnote:
ELIT 17.01Y: HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning .

Class Materials

Textbook/MaterialTypeRequiredPurchaseRent
NewUsedNewUsed
Tempest
Shakespeare © 2015
ISBN: 9781501130014
Textbook Required $7.00 $5.25 $5.25 $2.80
Twelfth Night
Shakespeare © 2019
ISBN: 9781982122492
Textbook Required $7.00 $5.25 $5.60 $2.94
Macbeth
Shakespeare © 2013
ISBN: 9781451694727
Textbook Required $7.00 $5.25 $5.25 $2.80
Romeo & Juliet (Trade Ed)
Shakespeare © 2011
ISBN: 9781451621709
Textbook Required $7.00 $5.25 $5.25 $3.08
Midsummer Night's Dream
Shakespeare © 2016
ISBN: 9781501146213
Textbook Required $7.00 $5.25 $4.55 $2.80

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Course Details

Units
4 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 0
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
Letter Grading

General Course Statement

General Statement
See general education pages for the requirements this course meets.

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory
EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5.

Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills

Limitations on Enrollment
Not open to students with credit in the Honors Program related course.
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