Literature Courses and Certifications

NPTEL;  IIT Madras

American Literature & Culture

Explore the rich tapestry of American literary and cultural traditions, from classic works to contemporary voices, examining their historical and social contexts.

• YouTube
• 1 day 8 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

What is Poetry? An Introduction to Literary Analysis

Understand the basics of poetry analysis and learn key skills for studying English literature by exploring a variety of texts.

• edX
• 3 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

MEG-07: Indian English Literature

Explore Indian English literature's evolution, from non-fiction prose to contemporary novels and poetry. Gain insights into cultural themes, literary techniques, and influential authors shaping this dynamic genre.

• Swayam
• 16 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

OULE - 002 Contemporary Urdu Fiction

اردو افسانوی ادب کی تاریخ، معاصر مصنفین کی زندگی اور تخلیقات کا جائزہ۔ داستان، ناول، افسانہ اور ڈرامہ کے فن پر توجہ دی گئی ہے۔

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

MEG-06: American Literature

Explore American literary tradition from Puritanism to contemporary works, examining diverse voices and societal changes through novels, stories, plays, and poems.

• Swayam
• 16 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

MEG-13: Writings from the Margins

Explores Dalit and Tribal literature, culture, and thought, focusing on marginalized voices in India. Examines fiction, poetry, drama, and autobiography to enhance awareness of diversity and appreciation of difference.

• Swayam
• 16 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

MEG-03: British Novel

Explore the evolution of British novels from the 18th to 20th century through in-depth analysis of iconic works, examining themes, techniques, and critical perspectives across different literary periods.

• Swayam
• 16 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

MEG-10: English Studies in India

Explore Indian English literature's evolution, key writers, and cultural impact. Analyze teaching challenges, canon formation, and decolonization in the context of India's literary landscape.

• Swayam
• 16 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Exploring Literature

Develop critical reading and writing skills through analysis of significant literary works, exploring recurrent patterns and themes.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks
• 3rd Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

Humphry Davy: Laughing Gas, Literature, and the Lamp

Discover Humphry Davy and his contribution to science and the arts.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Shakespeare's Language: Revealing Meanings and Exploring Myths

Demystify renowned Shakespeare myths and get introduced to corpus-based methods for analysing his use of language in context.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Invitation to The Tale of Genji: The Foundational Elements of Japanese Culture

11 ratings at edX

Explore the world's oldest novel written in the eleventh century and develop the perspective to understand Japanese classical literature and the foundation of Japanese culture.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 4-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Uncovering the Voices of Japanese Literature

7 ratings at edX

This course explores issues of agency in premodern and modern Japan. Discover many facets of the Japanese literary, theatrical, and intellectual traditions which, although important, are rarely taught around the world.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Survey of Classical Drama

Explore foundational plays shaping modern European and American drama, from ancient Greece to Shakespeare and beyond. Analyze and discuss influential works through lectures and readings.

• California Community Colleges System
• 7 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 28th Oct, 2024
• Paid Course

Writing about Literature

Develop college-level reading, writing, and critical thinking skills through analysis of poetry, drama, and fiction. Practice essay writing and academic research techniques.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 4 hours a week
• 3rd Sep, 2024
• Paid Course