Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Italian Language, Literature and Culture offers a comprehensive course, "Cose della letteratura, cose del mondo: letteratura, cultura e societŕ," which explores the theoretical nodes of the relationship between literature, culture, and society in the contemporary era.

Course Description

The course is divided into two parts: the first part is speculative and methodological, aiming to understand how literary theory functions, while the second part applies this theory through text analysis, demonstrating its practical applications. The course begins with Italo Calvino's essay "Mondo scritto e mondo non scritto" and examines questions such as the function of literature, attention to the world, the concept of mimesis, and the influence of social issues on writing practices. It also explores the connections between material objects, cultural objects, and social phenomena in literary texts.

Objectives

• To understand the main theoretical nodes of the relationship between literature, culture, and society.
• To acquire methodological tools for critical literary theory analysis.
• To develop critical thinking in text analysis through laboratory phases and the elaboration of a short essay.

Sustainable Development Goals

• Life on land

Teaching Mode

The course is taught in presence.

Learning Methods

The course is structured as a critical thinking laboratory, where active learning and collective reflection are stimulated through the reading, viewing, and listening of proposed materials.

Examination Information

The examination consists of 30% participation and active presence during meetings, plus an individual short essay (2500 words) to be agreed upon with the instructor, and 70% oral exam (discussion of the short essay and verification of theoretical knowledge).

Education

The course is part of the Bachelor of Arts in Italian Language, Literature and Culture, specifically in the 3rd year, under the category of Lecture, Letteratura (lettura, scrittura e metodi).

Additional Information

• Semester: Fall
• Academic Year: Not specified
• ECTS: 6.0
• Language: Italian

Program Details

The program focuses on providing a deep understanding of Italian language, literature, and culture, with a particular emphasis on critical thinking, theoretical analysis, and the application of these skills in real-world contexts. The inclusion of sustainable development goals, such as "Life on land," indicates a commitment to exploring literature's role in understanding and addressing global challenges.