Class Schedule
Class 1: - Introduction to Salinger and the book. Discussion about controversy (profanity), culture (1940`s Americana), and character (Holden as hero?).
Class 2: - First 50 pages. Discussion about the Hero`s Journey, Character Arc. How will Holden change?
Class 3: - Pages 50-100. Discussion about morality, teenage angst, failure of education.
Class 4: - Pages 100-150. Subjective POV of Holden as narrator.
Class 5: - Pages 150-200. Discussion about sexual themes and character development. KMLAcatcher.blogspot.kr introduced. `Fan Fiction Adaptation` creative writing assignment introduced. Read several outstanding examples from past students.
Class 6: - Pages 200-224. Wrapping up the book. Compare it to other works and discuss modern significance. Adaptations due.
Class 7/8: - Summary and conclusion. Discuss why the book has never been made into a film. Discuss why many `insane` individuals seem drawn to the book (Lennon assassination etc.). Is the book as good as people say it is? Evaluation and reflection. Workshop/share adaptation assignment. Discuss.
