Re-Creation of a Classic Novel through Transmedia Storytelling : Cross-Cultural Learning Focusing on Tess of the d'Urbervilles

Abstract

This study explores the transmedia-storytelling model to induce EFL learners to participate in project-based learning while reading a classic novel, <i>Tess of the d'Urbervilles</i>. The objectives are to encourage their participation and to design a class representing ‘limited selection and freedom’ for the twenties. In particular, when provided with subtitles through CCD (Cross-Cultural Dialogue) based inquiry, learners can experience student-centered creation activities by adding, reforming, and storytelling the content. In this study, the more the students learn about individual freedom and the ability to adapt, the higher consideration they will have for both their own and other cultures, which can improve their emotional resilience. They will also learn that studyng with people from different cultural backgrounds can promote their learning efficacy. Hopefully, this study can contribute to building a model of Liberal Arts to encourage further readings in the Classics and to activate learners’ convergence skills in English language classes.