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Gothic Literature: Monster Stories

Written by Jodie Hirsch on . Posted in Course Catalog, English, OC.

Course Length:

One semester

Course Description:  Vampires, ghosts, and werewolves have lived in our collective imagination since the 18th century, and they continue to influence the world of fiction even today. Gothic Literature: Monster Stories focuses on the major themes found in Gothic literature and demonstrates the techniques writers use to produce a thrilling psychological experience for the reader. The themes of terror versus horror, the power of the supernatural, and the struggle between good and evil are just a few of the classic Gothic subjects explored in this course. Are you brave enough to go beyond the fear and find an appreciation for the dark beauty of Gothic stories.

Prerequisites: None, however; this course is designed as a junior/senior level elective English course.

Comprehensive Syllabus:  

Gothic Literature Public Syllabus

Required Materials:

None

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

Fall: Available
Spring: Available
Summer: Not available

Lead Teacher:

Kramer Wilson, Kalispell Public Schools, kramer.wilson@montanadigitalacademy.org

PLEASE SEE YOUR LOCAL COUNSELOR TO REGISTER FOR MTDA COURSES

MTDA Book Club: Utopian/Dystopian

Written by Jodie Hirsch on . Posted in Course Catalog, English, OC.

Course Length:

One semester

Course Description: 

Have you wanted to read interesting books and talk to others about them? Have you ever wondered what The Hunger Games, “The Lottery” and 1984 have in common? Have you found dystopian literature and films fascinating? If so, this discussion-based book club is for you! This class will introduce you to the concepts of utopia and dystopia, show you how to discuss books productively and help you develop your analytical skills while you apply these themes to our current world.

Prerequisites: none

Comprehensive Syllabus:  

MTDA Book Club: Utopian/Dystopian Literature Syllabus

Required Materials:

Students will need to acquire the following novels, available in most school and public libraries:
  • Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
  • Animal Farm by George Orwell
  • Brave New World by Aldous Huxley

Additionally, you will choose ONE of the following books to read as part of a book circle:

  • 1984 by George Orwell
  • Matched by Ally Condie
  • The Scourge by A.G. Henley
  • Feed by M.T. Anderson

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

Fall: Available
Spring: Available

Lead Teacher:

Giordano Lahaderne, Great Falls Public Schools, giordano.lahaderne.teacher@mtda.org

PLEASE SEE YOUR LOCAL COUNSELOR TO REGISTER FOR MTDA COURSES

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