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This course is designed to cultivate intellectual curiosity while fostering critical thinking skills through the exploration of short-form literature. Students will read short stories, essays, and poetry, focusing on themes, tone, character, and language. By analyzing various literary forms, students will improve their ability to articulate responses to new material and express their opinions using evidence from the readings. Through guided discussions and reflective writing exercises, students will investigate the perspectives of authors from around the world. The course will provide an opportunity to not only appreciate literature, but also to develop essential skills that are valuable in both academic and real-world contexts.