Unlocking the World of Literature: Exploring Basic Literary Concepts

Unlocking the World of Literature: Exploring Basic Literary Concepts

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to define and identify basic literary concepts and elements of literature.

What do you already know about basic literary concepts?

What is Literature?

Literature refers to written, spoken, or sung works that express ideas, emotions, and stories. It encompasses various forms such as poetry, prose, and drama.

Elements of Literature

Literary elements include plot, character, setting, theme, and point of view. These elements form the foundation of storytelling and convey meaning within a work.

Plot

The plot refers to the sequence of events in a story, including the exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

Character

Characters are the individuals or entities that drive the story. They can be protagonists, antagonists, or supporting characters.

Setting

The setting refers to the time and place in which the story occurs. It creates the backdrop for the narrative and influences the mood and atmosphere.

Theme

The theme is the central idea or message of a literary work. It explores universal truths and concepts that resonate with human experiences.

Point of View

Point of view refers to the perspective from which a story is told. It can be first person, third person, or omniscient, influencing the reader's understanding of the events.

Conclusion

Literary concepts and elements are essential tools for understanding and analyzing literature. They provide a framework for interpreting and appreciating the richness of literary works.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.