World Literature is a college prep course which surveys the works of the early literature of the world through the present day. Focusing on a study of world literature, the student develops an understanding of chronological context and the relevance of period structures in literature within cultures around the world. The student develops an understanding of literature as both a product of its culture and as a culture-bearer and recognizes the commonalities and differences among works of literature from different times and places in the world. Writing experiences related to the interpretation of literature, research, grammar practice, vocabulary development, listening, and speaking are also elements of this course.