Lesson 1: Scope and Aims of Literature & Cultural studies

Question 1

Encompasses the beliefs, practices, norms, values, customs, and artifacts that characterize a particular group or society. It includes langauge, religion, cuisine, social habits, music and arts.

Answer 1

Culture

Question 2

What is the importance of culture? (2)

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-Cultures shapes individual and collective identities and influences how people perceive and interact with the world
-Informs the creation and reception of texts

Question 3

Refers to any artifact that convey meaning, such as literary works, visual art, film, music, and everyday communications, etc.

Answer 3

Text

Question 4

Text is a ___

Answer 4

media; ito yung bumubuo

Question 5

Importance of Text? (2)

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-Text serves as a vehicle for expressing cultural ideas, emotions, and social critiques
-They reflect and shape the values & norms of the cultures from which they emerged

Question 6

Refers to the circumstances surrounding the creation & reception of a text. This includes historical, social, political economic, and cultural factors that influence both the author and the audience

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Context

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Importance of understanding a context

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It is crucial for interpreting a text. It helps reveal underlying assumption, intended meanings, and potential biases present in a work.

Question 8

Kinds of context (4)

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Historical Context, Social Context, cultural context, authorial context

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The time period which the text was produced and events that shaped it

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Historical Context

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The societal forms, values, and issues prevalent at the time of writing

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Social context

Question 11

cultural practices & beliefs that inform both the text and reception

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cultural context

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The background, intentions, and experiences of the author that influence the work.

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Authorial Context

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What is the scope of Literature Analysis?

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It examines various genres, forms, and styles of literature across different cultures and historical periods

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Why do you examine?

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To interpret

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Scope of Cultural Context

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Explore how literature reflects and influences social, political, and historical contexts

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This involves understanding the cultural background of texts and their creators

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Cultural Context

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Integrating methods, and theories from various disciplines, including sociology, history, philosophy, and media studies, to provide a more comprehensive understanding of texts & cultures

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Interdisciplinary Approaches

Question 18

Investigating themes of race, gender, sexuality, and nationality in literature and culture

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Identity & Representation

Question 19

Give an example of Identity and Representation (and explain)

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(Any answer)

Question 20

Utilizing different critical theories to analyze and interpret texts and cultural phenomena

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Theoretical Frameworks

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Scope of Media & Popular Culture

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Analyze contemporary cultural forms, including film, television, digital media, and popular literature, to understand their impact on society

Question 22

What are the aims of critical thinking?

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To develop one’s analytical skills that allow anyone to critically engage with texts and cultural products, fostering a deeper understanding of their meaning and implications

Question 23

The aims of cultural awareness?

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To be culturally sensitive; promot appreciation for diverse cultures and perspectives, encouraging empathy and broader worldview

Question 24

This aims to understand the role of literature and culture in societal issues, aiming to inspire activism and informed citizenship

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Social Engagement

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This aims to encourage the exploration of one’s own voice and creativity through writing, artistic expression and other forms of cultural production

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Creative expression

Question 26

The use of flowery words (pa-sosyal), literariness, instead of simple words

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Creative Expression

Question 27

Examples of Creative Expression

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(any answer)

Question 28

This aims to contribute to academic discourse through research, critical essays, and publication that enhance knowledge in the field of literature and cultural studies

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Research and Scholarship

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Aims of Preservation and Innovation

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Engaging with both canonical texts and contemporary works to preserve cultural heritage while also exploring new forms of expressions

Question 30

Examples of Preservation & Innovation

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(any answer; like National Museums etc.)

Question 31

Example of Interrelationship of cultural and text (give 2)

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(any answer)

Question 32

They reflect the values, conflicts and ideologies of the culture in which they are produced

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Interrelationship of Culture and Text

Question 33

The meaning of text changes depending on the context on which it is read

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Interrelationship of Text and context

Question 34

Example of Interrelationship of text and context

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(any answer)

Question 35

Example of Interrelationship of Culture and context

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(any answer)

Question 36

Culture shapes the context in which texts are created and understood

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Culture and context