Get to Know Fyodor Dostoevsky (H)

This online course, designed for 11th and 12th graders, explores profound philosophical and religious questions through the lens of 19th-century Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky's works. Students delve into topics such as the coexistence of good and evil, the intersection of culture and Christianity, and the relationship between science and religion, guided by Dostoevsky's psychologically intense literature. The course encourages critical thinking, debate, and expression of ideas, with an apologetic component that provides credit for either Literature or Theology. It carries an honors designation and requires substantial exposure to great books as a prerequisite. Students should allocating about 3-4 hours each week for reading and discussions.