Unraveling the Secrets of Structuralist Literary Theory

• English Literature
• University

Unraveling the Secrets of Structuralist Literary Theory

Learning Objectives

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to: understand the core principles of structuralist literary theory, identify key concepts such as signs and binary oppositions, recognize influential structuralist theorists, and apply structuralism to analyze literary works.

Slide 1: Introduction

Presenter credentials and overview of the presentation's content.

Slide 2: Core Principles

Explain the core principles of structuralist literary theory, including signs, binary oppositions, and key theorists like Saussure and Lévi-Strauss.

Slide 3: Signs

Illustrate the concept of signs in structuralist literary theory using relatable examples.

Slide 4: Binary Oppositions

Explore the concept of binary oppositions in structuralist literary theory and its significance in analyzing literary works.

Slide 5: Structuralist Theorists

Introduce influential structuralist theorists such as Ferdinand de Saussure and Claude Lévi-Strauss and their contributions to the field.

Slide 6: Criticisms and Limitations

Discuss potential criticisms and limitations of structuralist literary theory.

Slide 7: Case Studies

Present engaging case studies of renowned literary works analyzed through a structuralist lens, breaking down the analysis step by step.

Slide 8: Interactive Activity/Discussion

Engage students in an interactive activity or discussion slide to encourage active participation and critical thinking.

Slide 9: Key Takeaways

Summarize the key takeaways from the lesson.