Using Literature to Teach English Academic Writing in Business School of Management

Abstract

Abstract This paper is a case study on using English literary work in Academic Writing class for Business School of Management. This case study tries to narrate the effects of using literary works to teach English in non literature students. First, the background of Business School’s perspective towards Literature is explained. Then, the theories on importance of Literature in learning English are presented. After giving the context of the case study, findings and discussion enriched with real excerpts from student’s work are given. This research was designed and applied in Universitas Pelita Harapan Surabaya on the previous academic year. This is a progressive research, therefore surprising outcomes and details are welcomed to enrich the findings. Data is taken from observation, interview with the participant, and documenting student’s work. Then, data gathered is triangulated across sources.