Learn Literature with Stranger Things!
In this 4-week class, students will learn literary concepts by analyzing and deconstructing the hit show, "Stranger Things".
Kalyn Utley
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5.0
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will be expected to watch two episodes of Stranger Things per week in preparation for class.Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Over four weeks, students will learn literary terms and tropes alongside Season 1 of the Netflix show, Stranger Things. Each week, students will be expected to watch a few episodes of the show to be prepared for the class discussion. Week One: (Before the first class, students need to have watched: Chapter One: The Vanishing of Will Byers and Chapter Two: The Weirdo on Maple Street) Introductory Lecture: Literary Influences Behind Stranger Things, Literary Term Vocabulary (Allusion, Diction, Alliteration, Allegory, Colloquialism, Euphemism, Personification, Onomatopoeia, Symbolism, Tone, Flashbacks, Foreshadowing, Imagery, Juxtaposition, Metaphor/Simile), Activity: The Plot Pyramid and the Pilot Episode. Week Two: (Students should have watched Chapter Three: Holly Jolly and Chapter Four: The Body) Lecture- Character Tropes and Archetypes: Exploring Characterization with Stranger Things. Activity: Identifying character tropes and archetypes within the cast of characters, and episode discussion. Week Three: (Students should have watched Chapter Five: The Flea and The Acrobat and Chapter Six: The Monster) Lecture- Conflict Within A Narrative. Activity: Students will dissect the show's central conflict, as well as identify the side plots and conflicts, and episode discussion. Week Four: (Students should have watched Chapter Six: The Bathtub and Chapter Eight: The Upside Down) Lecture-Exploring Allegory: What Can We Learn from Our Favorite Stories? Activity: Students will discuss the use of allegory in the context of Stranger Things, as well as offer their final thoughts on Season 1.
Learning Goals
Students will improve their understanding of literary terms, as well as experience a deep study of concepts like characterization and conflict.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Stranger Things is rated TV-14. Common Sense Media recommends that the show is viewed by children who are twelve years old or older. More information about the show's content can be found at: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/stranger-things.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Netflix---Stranger Things Season 1
Joined July, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Arkansas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
I have been a secondary literacy teacher for three years, and have taught many lessons using various forms of media. aught literature and history, I have a wealth of experience at professionally handling mature or sensitive topics with students. Because I have tI am licensed to teach 7-12 social studies, 7-12 English Language Arts, and 7-12 drama. Reviews
Live Group Class
$100
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 13 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
3-12 learners per class
