Abstracts of Projects/ Dissertations as on August 2007
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C. Praveen,
Teacher Educator, Govt. CTE, Calicut, South India
1. Literary Criticism vis-à-vis The Media
Project work submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Post
Graduate Diploma in English Studies ( PGDES)to the Central Institute
of English & Foreign Languages , Hyderabad, 1989.
Supervisor DR R Amritavalli , 26 Pages
Abstract
Literary Criticism is a means to an end-“a finer discriminating communication”. But only a direct palpable confrontation with the text can result in good literary appreciation. In this respect the Media has a major role to play. This project pursues the role.
My tryout with audio materials based on literature proved my hypothesis that the Media can help students appreciate literature better.
Summary of Chapters
The first chapter deals mainly with the topic under discussion-Literary Criticism vis-à-vis the Media. The scope of the New Media in literary appreciation is the topic dealt with in the second chapter. The third chapter tries to show how screen adaptation of literary texts can itself be an activity in literary criticism. And in the last chapter the conclusions based on the comments the students offered after the try outs are given.
2. Genre Study: British Radio Drama
Dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree
of Master of Philosophy in English Language & Literature to the University
of Kerala, 1994.Supervisor DR K.Radha, 86 Pages
Abstract
British Radio Drama is a major source of dramatic writing. Notable dramatists like Tom Stoppard and John Mortimer started their career as radio playwrights. Leading dramatists like Samuel Beckett and Harold Pinter have shown a very special devotion to radio drama. Yet , many consider radio drama to be artistically inferior and ignore it altogether. Genology is one area of Comparative literature that will enable us to understand and appreciate the merits of a significant genre like British Radio Drama.
This dissertation attempts to examine the generic features of British Radio Drama through a comparative study of acclaimed stage plays and radio plays of two famous British playwrights.
Summary of Chapters
The introductory chapter makes an attempt at an exposition of Genology. It also dwells on the nature of radio drama. Chapter 2 traces the evolution of British Radio Drama with an emphasis on technical developments. Chapter 3 analyses the stage play End Game and the radio play All That Fall both by Samuel Beckett to elicit the generic features of radio drama. Chapter 4 examines the stage play The Dumb Waiter and the radio play Family Voices both by Harold Pinter to elicit the generic features of radio drama. The concluding chapter outlines the generic features of British Radio Drama and affirms its unique artistic value.
3. Honing Human Rights In The L2 Classroom : Pedagogical Possibilities
Using Films
A Project Report submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the XXXIst Refresher Course in English for University/College teachers to the UGC
Academic Staff College, University of Kerala, Trivandrum
from 9th to 30th April 2007. 34 Pages
Abstract
Developing an understanding about Human Rights Documents, and an awareness of Human Rights institutions and mechanisms of protection have become especially significant in the 21st century. Several classroom strategies have hitherto been employed to practice and experience Human Rights behaviour. Usually topics on Human Rights is introduced through printed materials such as text books. Given the fact that, the present generation of learners are more accustomed to watching films to reading, this project attempts to tap film clippings and sessions in the English classroom to introduce students to Human Rights issues. It is hoped that such a strategy would make the transaction part of Human Rights Education both interesting and effective.
Teacher Educator, Govt. CTE, Calicut, South India
1. Literary Criticism vis-à-vis The Media
Project work submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Post
Graduate Diploma in English Studies ( PGDES)to the Central Institute
of English & Foreign Languages , Hyderabad, 1989.
Supervisor DR R Amritavalli , 26 Pages
Abstract
Literary Criticism is a means to an end-“a finer discriminating communication”. But only a direct palpable confrontation with the text can result in good literary appreciation. In this respect the Media has a major role to play. This project pursues the role.
My tryout with audio materials based on literature proved my hypothesis that the Media can help students appreciate literature better.
Summary of Chapters
The first chapter deals mainly with the topic under discussion-Literary Criticism vis-à-vis the Media. The scope of the New Media in literary appreciation is the topic dealt with in the second chapter. The third chapter tries to show how screen adaptation of literary texts can itself be an activity in literary criticism. And in the last chapter the conclusions based on the comments the students offered after the try outs are given.
2. Genre Study: British Radio Drama
Dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree
of Master of Philosophy in English Language & Literature to the University
of Kerala, 1994.Supervisor DR K.Radha, 86 Pages
Abstract
British Radio Drama is a major source of dramatic writing. Notable dramatists like Tom Stoppard and John Mortimer started their career as radio playwrights. Leading dramatists like Samuel Beckett and Harold Pinter have shown a very special devotion to radio drama. Yet , many consider radio drama to be artistically inferior and ignore it altogether. Genology is one area of Comparative literature that will enable us to understand and appreciate the merits of a significant genre like British Radio Drama.
This dissertation attempts to examine the generic features of British Radio Drama through a comparative study of acclaimed stage plays and radio plays of two famous British playwrights.
Summary of Chapters
The introductory chapter makes an attempt at an exposition of Genology. It also dwells on the nature of radio drama. Chapter 2 traces the evolution of British Radio Drama with an emphasis on technical developments. Chapter 3 analyses the stage play End Game and the radio play All That Fall both by Samuel Beckett to elicit the generic features of radio drama. Chapter 4 examines the stage play The Dumb Waiter and the radio play Family Voices both by Harold Pinter to elicit the generic features of radio drama. The concluding chapter outlines the generic features of British Radio Drama and affirms its unique artistic value.
3. Honing Human Rights In The L2 Classroom : Pedagogical Possibilities
Using Films
A Project Report submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the XXXIst Refresher Course in English for University/College teachers to the UGC
Academic Staff College, University of Kerala, Trivandrum
from 9th to 30th April 2007. 34 Pages
Abstract
Developing an understanding about Human Rights Documents, and an awareness of Human Rights institutions and mechanisms of protection have become especially significant in the 21st century. Several classroom strategies have hitherto been employed to practice and experience Human Rights behaviour. Usually topics on Human Rights is introduced through printed materials such as text books. Given the fact that, the present generation of learners are more accustomed to watching films to reading, this project attempts to tap film clippings and sessions in the English classroom to introduce students to Human Rights issues. It is hoped that such a strategy would make the transaction part of Human Rights Education both interesting and effective.
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