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Free Download Frederic Krome, "New Approaches in Teaching History: Using Science Fiction to Introduce Students to New Vistas in Historical Thought "
English | ISBN: 1475869517 | 2024 | 142 pages | PDF | 4 MB
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.