Science Fiction

Open to : All grades, all phases

Length: ½ year elective

Course Description: In Science Fiction, the student investigates the human condition and the nature of reality by exploring alternative worlds and fictitious societies, situations, and characters. The student studies the genre from the 18th century to present, including its history and impact on mainstream writers. The student will read from a variety of authors and examine the genre subcategories of science, hard science fiction, soft science fiction, and will write original science fiction work.

The suggested authors are:

The Science Fiction Hall of Fame Anthology by Robt. Silverberg
Bradbury, Ray
LeGuin, Ursula
Herbert, Frank
Asimov, Isaac
Heinlein, Robert
Harrison, Harry
Huxley, Aldous

Assessment: A variety of assessments will be used including tests, quizzes, papers, presentations, and projects