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66. Is It Gothic?: Bridging Classic and Modern Texts in Spooky Season Lessons

2024/10/16
logo of podcast Anti-Burnout For English Teachers, a podcast for inspired teaching

Anti-Burnout For English Teachers, a podcast for inspired teaching

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As October rolls in, join us for a haunting exploration of Gothic literature in the classroom. In this episode, we'll uncover new ways to approach Gothic Literature.

Discover how to:

  • Transform literary analysis into a spooky architectural adventure

  • Layer Gothic elements across classic and contemporary works

  • Apply critical approaches that slice into texts like judges on a baking show

  • Use modern twists like The Sixth Sense to illuminate timeless themes

Lets reflect on the challenges of October teaching and how Gothic literature can be a bridge to deeper engagement. From Macbeth to Mexican Gothic, from yellow wallpaper to silver screens, I'll share how I'm creating rigorous, engaging lessons that resonate with today's students.