African American Literature - ENG 258 at Piedmont Virginia Community College


         
 
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ENG 258 - African American Literature
Explores the stories African American authors tell about themselves, their communities, and the world. Examines common and diverging themes within African American literary traditions through the study of diverse authors, genres, and literary movements from a variety of time periods. Emphasizes interpretive and critical analysis skills developed through close reading and consideration of historical and cultural contexts. This is a UCGS transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: ENG 112, ENG 113, or departmental approval.
3 credits

Schedule at Piedmont Virginia Community College

Spring 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
46874 ENG 258-01WI 3
 M W   
6:00 p.m.-7:20 p.m.
 2025-01-21 MAIN P
Prerequisite: ENG 112. This course is a Writing Intensive Course. A writing intensive course is a graduation requirement in all associate degree programs.
35958 ENG 258-40WI 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-21 VIRTUAL WW
This section is internet based with no scheduled in-person or online meeting times. All instruction is provided through the college's learning management system, Canvas.

Fall 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
50846 ENG 258-01WI 3
 M W   
6:00 p.m.-7:20 p.m.
 2025-08-25 MAIN P
Prerequisite: ENG 112. This course is a Writing Intensive Course. A writing intensive course is a graduation requirement in all associate degree programs.
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