Date of Award
4-26-2019
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
English, MA
First Advisor
Catherine Calloway
Committee Members
Gina Hogue; Michael Spikes; Robert Lamm
Call Number
LD 251 .A566t 2019 D28
Abstract
The many disputes regarding teaching fantastic literature are extensive, especially when the literature in question is controversial and/or directed at younger audiences. However, it is my personal belief that these fantastic novels, primarily the Harry Potter series, should not only be taught in the secondary and/or higher-learning environments, but even studied in-depth due to their versatility and personal appeal to audiences of all ages and identities. A course like this is needed in order to elevate the comprehension of literature through the lens of a worldwide phenomenon that so many people have both cherished and immersed themselves within over the past two decades—from this kind of devotion comes passion, and from passion comes extraordinary learning. Ultimately, by closely examining and teaching the Harry Potter series, I will illustrate the pedagogical and educational advantages that can result from teaching fantastic literature through a “personal” lens in any higher-learning classroom.
Rights Management
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Recommended Citation
Davis, Kayla Danielle, "The Pedagogy of Harry Potter: Teaching the Fantastic" (2019). Student Theses and Dissertations. 451.
https://arch.astate.edu/all-etd/451
