ENG 240 - Special Topics in Literature: Science Fiction: Themes and Contexts

Institution:

Greenfield Community College

Subject:

English

Description:

Examines science fiction from different cultural perspectives. Students explore critical and social contexts that inform science fiction, gain an understanding of its history and development as a genre, and analyze its contributions to contemporary culture as well as its place within the arts. Science fiction in multiple media, including film, television, and literature, may be studied. Students write critical essays on specific works and have the opportunity to produce creative works of their own. (Offered: Periodically) Prereq: ENG 112, 114, or 116

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gcc.mass.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 775-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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