Leer, debatir, escribir: ciencia ficción y fantasía negra - Legendborn
Los cursos de ciencia ficción y fantasía negra presentarán a los estudiantes el género con un enfoque en los autores negros. En esta clase, leeremos y analizaremos “Legendborn” mientras aprendemos a escribir ensayos académicos.
Neeka Norbury
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5.0
Número de reseñas:(3)
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Qué está incluido
7 reuniones en vivo
5 horas 50 minutos horas presencialesTarea
4+ horas por semana. Students are encouraged to write short structured outlines and essays on specific topics assigned each week. All uploaded essays will be returned with constructive feedback.Evaluación
incluidoExperiencia de clase
The Black Sci-Fi and Fantasy courses will introduce students to Black sci-fi and fantasy literary works and explore the construction of modern and future worlds from the perspective of global black experiences. The “Legendborn" course will delve deep into the themes of grief, trauma, identity, the legacy of slavery, and Arthurian legend. The goal is for students to enhance their critical thinking and literary analysis skills while exploring significant themes and narratives. Students will also learn the basics of essay writing through short essays assigned for homework.
Metas de aprendizaje
Develop critical thinking and literary analysis skills by actively examining and interpreting a literary text and considering various elements like plot, character, symbolism, and language.Students will learn about essay writing and how to plan, draft and revise an essay.
Programa de estudios
7 Lecciones
más de 7 semanasLección 1:
"Legendborn" by Tracy Deonn - Read Prologue & Ch. 1-8
Prior to Class: Read Prologue & chapters 1-8 of "Legendborn".
During Class: Discuss the first 8 chapters of "Legendborn" -
We will consider various elements like plot, character, symbolism, language, and authorial intent, going beyond simply summarizing the story to form our own informed opinion and understanding of the work, thereby developing critical thinking skills through deep engagement with the text. Discuss and work on essay assignment.
Homework: Essay assignment. 50 minutos de lección en vivo en línea
Lección 2:
"Legendborn" by Tracy Deonn - Read Ch. 9-17
Prior to Class: Read chapters 9-17 of "Legendborn".
During Class: Discuss chapters 9-17 of "Legendborn" -
We will consider various elements like plot, character, symbolism, language, and authorial intent, going beyond simply summarizing the story to form our own informed opinion and understanding of the work, thereby developing critical thinking skills through deep engagement with the text. Discuss and work on essay assignment.
Homework: Essay assignment. 50 minutos de lección en vivo en línea
Lección 3:
"Legendborn" by Tracy Deonn - Read Ch. 18-25
Prior to Class: Read chapters 18-25 of "Legendborn".
During Class: Discuss chapters 18-25 of "Legendborn" -
We will consider various elements like plot, character, symbolism, language, and authorial intent, going beyond simply summarizing the story to form our own informed opinion and understanding of the work, thereby developing critical thinking skills through deep engagement with the text. Discuss and work on essay assignment.
Homework: Essay assignment. 50 minutos de lección en vivo en línea
Lección 4:
"Legendborn" by Tracy Deonn - Read Ch. 26-33
Prior to Class: Read chapters 26-33 of "Legendborn".
During Class: Discuss chapters 26-33 of "Legendborn" -
We will consider various elements like plot, character, symbolism, language, and authorial intent, going beyond simply summarizing the story to form our own informed opinion and understanding of the work, thereby developing critical thinking skills through deep engagement with the text. Discuss and work on essay assignment.
Homework: Essay assignment. 50 minutos de lección en vivo en línea
Otros detalles
Recursos externos
Los estudiantes no necesitarán utilizar ninguna aplicación o sitio web más allá de las herramientas estándar de Outschool.
Fuentes
"Legendborn" by Tracy Deonn
Students will need to obtain a copy of the book. Available at most libraries, local booksellers, and online retailers.
Se unió el November, 2024
5.0
3reseñas
Nuevo en Outschool
Experiencia y certificaciones del docente
B.A. in Literature/Rhetoric
M.A. in English
Teacher and tutor for College Freshman CompositionReseñas
Clase grupal
20 US$
semanalmente1 x por semana, 7 semanas
50 min
Videoconferencias en vivo
Edades: 13-18
1-10 alumnos por clase
