A. General information about the course: 1. Course Identification 1. Credit hours: (2) 2. Course type A. ☐ University ☐ College ☒ Department ☐ Track ☐ Others B. ☒ Required ☐ Elective 3. Level/year at which this course is offered: (5) 4. Course general Description: This course introduces students to drama as a major literary genre and practically paves the way for the more advanced courses in drama. The students will acquire knowledge of Greek, Roman, and Medieval drama. Major characteristics of the dramatic tradition in each period will be studied taking into account the cultural aspect. Referring to exemplary plays to trace the development of this literary genre in terms of plot, structure, and theme will be a major interest of the course.