Learning Space : Exploring Critical Pedagogy Through Science Fiction.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Delamarter, Jeremy.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Critical pedagogy.

Social justice and education.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (239 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Bloomfield : Myers Education Press, 2025.

Summary:

This book explores the intersection of critical pedagogy and science fiction, analyzing how speculative narratives can illuminate educational justice and social critique. Using iconic works like 'Fahrenheit 451,' 'Star Trek,' and 'Star Wars,' author Jeremy Delamarter examines themes such as oppression, privilege, and community through a pedagogical lens. The text is designed for educators, students, and anyone interested in understanding how science fiction can serve as a tool for reimagining educational practices and fostering a more equitable world. By connecting theory to recognizable sci-fi scenarios, the book offers accessible insights into critical pedagogy’s role in addressing real-world injustices and enhancing learning environments. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Book Title

Copyright Page

Dedication

Contents

Acknowledgments

Foreword

Preface

1. Worldbuilding: Sci-Fi, Justice, and Education

2. Fuel for the Fire: Canons and Cultural Literacy in Fahrenheit 451

3. Calculating the Future: Algorithms, Agency, and Oppression in Asimov's Foundation Trilogy

4. Stepping into a Larger World: Knowledge and Community in Star Wars

5. The Hidden Curriculum Strikes Back: Crime, Punishment, and Privilege in Star Trek

6. There is No Try: Deficit Models and The Banking Concept in The Empire Strikes Back

7. War of the Words: Weaponization and Linguistic Justice in Arrival

Afterword

About the Author

Index.

Notes:

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ISBN:

9781975506360

1975506367

OCLC:

1498585908