Silent Spring: Environmental Science and Literary Analysis

Silent Spring: Environmental Science and Literary Analysis

Silent Spring: Environmental Science and Literary Analysis
This course offers a chapter-by-chapter study of Silent Spring, combining scientific context with literary analysis. Students examine pesticide toxicity, ecosystem interconnectedness, and historical impacts while discussing Carson’s use of evidence and rhetorical strategies and relating the book’s themes to contemporary environmental issues.
Silent Spring: Environmental Science and Literary Analysis

Price

$22.78per class

$22.78

per week

Level
Beginner
Ages
15–18
Duration
45 min
Classes
1 / Week
Weeks
18

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Class Experience

This course offers a chapter-by-chapter study of Silent Spring, combining scientific context with literary analysis. Students examine pesticide toxicity, ecosystem interconnectedness, and historical impacts while discussing Carson’s use of evidence and rhetorical strategies and relating the book’s themes to contemporary environmental issues.

Learning Outcomes

  • Analyze Carson’s arguments and literary techniques in Silent Spring

  • Explain ecological concepts such as ecosystem interconnectedness, biodiversity, and pollutant effects

  • Evaluate ethical and policy implications of pesticide use and environmental decision-making

Meet Your Instructor

Manju Guha

Minecraft & History Educator

6+ Years

Teaching Experience

5000+

Students Taught

All age groups

Preferred Ages

A passionate educator who blends interactive game-based learning with history, helping kids build confidence while exploring cultures and civilizations through creative projects.

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