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Who We Are & What We Dream: Comparative Science Fiction


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Who We Are & What We Dream: Comparative Science Fiction

Short Summary

This accelerated literature class covers 200 years of science fiction -- 25 novels, novellas, and short stories -- in a semester. Due to the pacing and content, this class can count for a full English credit.

Class Information

$20.00
15
400
$300.00
From Ages 14 to 19

Availability

Fall and spring semesters, subject to enrollment

Description

In this honors-level literature class, we consider how a work of science fiction channels its time period's hopes -- and fears -- about science, technology, and the future.  Students are expected to read up to 200 pages per week (25-30 pages per day) and to engage in timely, thoughtful written discussion, reflecting on if and how the issues raised continue to be relevant today.

Because of the pace and content, this high school literature class is for avid readers ages 14 and up.  Many students choose "Who We Are & What We Dream" as a creative, robust, intellectually engaging post-AP English class.  

Optional end-of-semester writing project for those who want more experiencing with literary essays.

Neurodivergency Specializations and Accommodations

Class designed with gifted learners in mind: fast pace, complex materials, high input, relatively low output.  For students who want to dig deep, not just check a box.

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