English 12: Science Fiction

Syllabus

Writing Assignments

Unit 1: What is science fiction?

Class definition (2/27/12):  A story that is scientifically plausible, but maybe not at this time.

Unit 2: Technology and Change

Unit 3: The Future in Dystopian Literature and Film

Unit 4: Aliens and the Frontier

Unit 5: Apocalypse/ Post-Apocalypse

Unit 6: Virtual Realities and Cyberpunks

Final Project/Essay Assignment

Final Projects: Podcasting the Apocalypse (Final Products 2008)

Final Projects: Social Issues in Science Fiction (Final Podcasts Fall 2009-Spring 2011)