• Moodle Site Description

    About the Site:  
    Welcome to the Moodle platform of Rituparna Das, Assistant Professor of English. This online learning space is designed to support undergraduate students in their academic journey through English Literature. It offers structured course materials, discussion forums, and assessment tools to enhance comprehension and critical engagement with literary texts.  

    Course Overview:  
    This site caters to undergraduate students studying various aspects of English Literature, including:  
    - Introduction to Literary Studies – Fundamentals of literature, literary forms, and critical approaches.  
    - British Literature – Exploring major literary movements and canonical texts from different periods.  
    - Indian Writing in English – Understanding the contributions of Indian authors to English literature.  
    - American and World Literature – Examining literary traditions beyond Britain and India.  
    - Literary Criticism and Theory – Engaging with key critical perspectives and interpretative frameworks.  

    Features and Learning Resources:  
    - Lecture Notes & Study Materials – Access to essential readings, class notes, and supplementary materials.  
    - Discussion Forums – Interactive spaces to analyze literary texts and exchange ideas.  
    - Assignments & Quizzes – Submission portals for coursework, quizzes, and final assessments.  
    - Announcements & Notifications – Important updates on class schedules, deadlines, and events.  
    - Additional Readings & References – Curated lists of recommended books, research papers, and online resources.  

    Student Engagement & Support:  
    Students are encouraged to actively participate in discussions, submit assignments on time, and seek guidance whenever needed. Regular feedback will be provided to enhance critical thinking and analytical skills in literary studies.  

    For academic support or queries, students can contact Rituparna Das through the Moodle messaging system or email.  

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    This Moodle site is designed to create an engaging and enriching learning environment for undergraduate students of English Literature. Explore, analyze, and develop a deeper appreciation for literary works!

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Available courses

English Literary Genres

This course introduces students to the major literary genres in English literature, exploring their types, characteristics, and historical development. Through a critical analysis of representative texts, students will examine the formal and thematic features of various genres, including poetry, drama, novel, essay, and others.

Paper: English Literature Genres: Types and Characteristics

i. Unit 1: Poetry- This unit introduces students to the major literary genres in English literature, exploring their types, characteristics, and historical development. Through a critical analysis of representative texts, students will examine the formal and thematic features of various genres, including poetry, drama, novel, essay, and others.

ii. Unit 2: Fiction- This unit explores the development and diversity of fiction in English literature, from the 18th century to the present day. Students will analyze and interpret a range of novels and short stories, examining their historical and cultural contexts, literary devices, and thematic concerns.

iii. Unit 3: Drama- This unit explores the development and diversity of drama in English literature, from the medieval period to the present day. Students will analyze and interpret a range of plays, examining their historical and cultural contexts, dramatic structures, and thematic concerns.

iv. Unit 4: Non-Fiction- This unit explores the diverse and dynamic genre of nonfiction in English literature, from the Renaissance to the present day. Students will analyze and interpret a range of nonfiction texts, including essays, biographies, memoirs, travelogues, and critical writings.

Assessment: Online Quiz, Assignment, Seminar, etc.

Evaluation: Distribution of marks:

Theory: 60

Internal Assessment: 40

Suggested Reading: A Glossary of Literary Terms by M.H. Abrams