Unit One Classroom and cultural contexts for the teaching of literature 1 Why should language students study literature? 2 What do language students bring to the literature classroom? Knowledge, skills, attitudes, and expectations 3 What do teachers bring to literature classes in the languages? Knowledge, skills, attitudes, and expectations Unit Two Expanding the community of readers: Promoting engagement in second language literature classes 4 Terms of engagement in the literature classroom: Practice and theory 5 Assembling the tools: Equipping students to read literary texts 6 Coming to terms with the literary text: Reading for engagement 7 From literary analysis and argument toward independent reading 8 Composing and conducting a class: Ethics and mechanics Unit Three Larger contexts and long range planning 9 Literature in the language curriculum: Structures and articulation 10 Accountability and engagement: Grading, evaluation, and assessment 11 Preparation and support for literature teachers Appendix : Sample syllabi, assignment sheets, course handouts and exam questions.