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INTRODUCTION | PAGE 1, 2, Quiz
Shakespeare's Comedies
What You'll Learn
By the end of this OpenUW course you will have examined:
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Strategies for reading and interpreting Shakespeare's poetry and drama
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The dramatic construction of psychological and moral depth of field in Shakespeare's characters
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Theatrical conventions of the Elizabethan theatre
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The role of audience and reader responses in meaning and interpretation of Shakespeare
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You will also practice and develop your ability to:
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Closely read the poetic language, the imagery, and the themes of two of Shakespeare's comedies
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Think critically about the role dramatic structure plays in the interpretation and meaning of Shakespeare's plays, including their susceptibility to alternative interpretation and productions
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About this OpenUW course
This OpenUW course consists of three parts:
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Part One: Historical Background
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Part Two: A Midsummer Night's Dream
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Part Three: Twelfth Night
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Parts Two and Three contain commentary on the plays. You may find it helpful to scan these parts before you dive into the assigned plays, as well as after you've completed your reading. Interwoven in the commentary are many questions to highlight and help you consider important issues and themes within the plays. To help organize your thoughts, you might even want to takes notes or write short paragraphs answering these questions.
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INTRODUCTION | PAGE 1, 2, Quiz
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