Science fiction literature and film are an underappreciated source for the teaching of history. Finding material that can excite a student's curiosity can be a key towards greater student engagement, especially among students who are taking history as a requirement, rather than from interest. The discovery that they can read or watch science fiction as part of their classwork often comes as a pleasant surprise. Beyond its popularity, however, utilizing science fiction for class assignments has certain pedagogical advantages: it introduces students to new vistas in historical thought, helps them learn how literature and film can be applied as a primary source, and can encourage participation in projects that are enjoyable.
Each chapter provides case studies focusing on a different subject in the modern history curriculum and in addition to providing an analysis of specific texts and/or cinematic sources, gives suggestions on assignments for the students.
ISBN: | 9781475869521 |
Publication date: | 8th March 2024 |
Author: | Frederic Krome |
Publisher: | Rowman & Littlefield Publishers |
Format: | Paperback |
Pagination: | 142 pages |
Series: | Teaching History Today and in the Future |
Genres: |
History of education Educational: Social sciences, social studies Educational strategies and policy Teaching of a specific subject |