ENGLT378 - Young Adult Literature

Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL C1000/C1000H (formerly ENGWR 300/480) or ESLW 340*General Education: Local GE L3 (effective Fall 2025); Cal-GETC Area 3B (effective Fall 2025)*This course presents an overview of young adult literature (ages 12-18) and is designed to incorporate the ever-changing nature of this genre. The literature addressed reflects themes of interest to young people. Topics include a review of the history of young adult literature, readings of contemporary award-winning young adult literature, as well as a look at some of the classics from the past. Censorship concerns and culturally diverse selections also form a core part of the course. This course includes an analysis of literary elements, an examination of an author's style and content, and reflection on what makes a piece of literature a classic.