Page 103 - English for Advanced Secondary Schools Teachers Guide Form Five

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Chapter Appreciating the aesthetics

Eleven and values of literature

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In literature, aesthetics and values are considered two sides of
the same coin. On the one side, aesthetics refers to the principles
and qualities that describe the beauty, emotional resonance and
artistic merit of a literary work. It involves such elements as
language, style, form and symbolism. On the other side, values
refer to the underlying beliefs, ideals, and moral principles that
shape the themes, characters and messages within a piece of
literature. In this chapter, students will appreciate the aesthetics
and values of literature by assessing the contribution of elements
of form in shaping the meanings of a literary work, relating the
lesson from literary work to real-life situations, and assessing the
contribution of Tanzanian literature in moulding a civilised society.
The competencies developed will enable them to enrich their
literary analysis, grasp the complexities of human experience and
expression, and foster empathy, insight and intellectual growth.

Activity 11.1 Exploring the concepts of aesthetics and values
in literature

Use the activities in the Student’s Book to guide the students through:

(a) Reading and acting out the dialogue among Prof. Pondamali,
Maganga and Fatuma found in the Student’s Book. Professor
Pondamali is a University lecturer specialising in literature,
whereas Maganga and Fatuma are high school students.

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