Theory Prism

This sequence moves students beyond surface-level plot comprehension to rigorous literary analysis using critical theory frameworks. Students explore Feminist, Marxist, and Psychoanalytic lenses, applying them to 'The Great Gatsby' to uncover deeper layers of meaning and social commentary.

The Glass House

Students explore the concept of literary lenses by analyzing a short fairy tale through three different perspectives in a rapid-fire workshop. They learn the vocabulary associated with Feminist, Marxist, and Psychoanalytic criticism.

Gender Games

Focusing on specific chapters of the novel, students identify power dynamics related to gender roles and societal expectations. They track character agency and dialogue to determine how the text reinforces or challenges patriarchal structures.

Capitalist Clashes

Students examine the socioeconomic structures within the novel, analyzing how wealth and class dictate character interactions and conflict. They map the 'haves' and 'have-nots' to reveal the text's commentary on capitalism or social hierarchy.

Subconscious Secrets

Students investigate character motivations using Freudian concepts such as the Id, Ego, and Superego. They conduct a 'psychological profile' of the protagonist, using textual evidence to diagnose underlying conflicts.

Kaleidoscope Seminar

In this culminating lesson, students participate in a formal seminar where they must analyze a key scene using multiple lenses simultaneously. They debate which critical approach yields the most profound insight into the author's intent.