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Course Description

Contemporary Literature | Examine literature from the 1900s to the present. See how authors respond to and initiate change in society. Note: Senior Cycle fee class. Students must be 55 years or older by start date in order to enroll in this class.

Learner Outcomes

Discuss the author's purpose in writing a particular novel; Recognize elements of the novel including irony and use of doppelgangers; Discuss how the elements of a novel affect the understanding of an audience; Connect societal happenings with text form and content.
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Section Title
Online | Best Mystery Stories of 2025
Section Schedule
Oct 22, 2026 to Dec 17, 2026
Type
Online
Days
Th
Time
1:00PM to 3:30PM
Dates
Oct 22, 2026 to Nov 19, 2026
Type
Online
Days
Th
Time
1:00PM to 3:30PM
Dates
Dec 03, 2026 to Dec 17, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
20.0
Location
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Oct 21, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Oct 21, 2026
Instructors
  • Marilyn Tate

Section Notes

Online | The Best Mystery Stories of the year 2025 | No class Nov. 26 | Former defense attorney John Grisham is the editor of The Best Mystery Stories of the Year (2025). Included in this anthology are tales of suspense and crime. This anthology continues the popularity of mysteries which focus on the darker side if humanity. Each week read and discuss two stories based on discussion questions sent out before class. | Note: Short Stories. Attendance in online class sessions on Thursdays from 1-3:30 p.m. is mandatory for section 901.
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