This document provides information about an English literature course focusing on Shakespeare. It includes the instructor's contact information, course objectives to analyze Shakespeare's poetry and plays with a focus on tricksters, requirements such as essays and exams, required texts, student learning outcomes, grading criteria, and class policies on issues like attendance, participation, and academic honesty. Students will establish accounts on the class website to complete homework and post responses. The instructor will provide feedback on essays submitted electronically using a Google Drive add-on.