Assignment:
The relationship between the reader and the text is a dynamic process. Many theorists have emphasized the role of either the text or the writers, others have tried to give some role to the reader. However, the issue continues to be debatable.
From your own reading experience, write a post (150 to 200 words) that tackles the following questions:
1. To what extent does the text determine the construction of meaning? Refer to some critics of theories that support this stance.
2. How can the reader's life experience affect the construction of meaning? Refer to some critics of theories that support this stance.
3. To what extent does the writer's intention underpin the construction of meaning? Refer to some critics of theories that support this stance.
Readings:
Modern Literary Studies
By Dr. Abdel-Fattah adel