Scholar of English Literature and Digital Culture
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University of Colorado BoulderTotal Students
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Dr. Christopher Haynes is an accomplished academic at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he received his Ph.D. in English Literature in 2017. His research focuses on the intersections of humanist education, digital mediation, and critical university studies, examining how these elements interact within online teaching and learning environments. Dr. Haynes is particularly interested in the dynamics of participatory culture and how they shape contemporary educational practices.In his teaching, Dr. Haynes offers courses that delve into popular culture and its impact on identity and community, such as "Comic Books, Geek Culture, and the Fandom Imaginary," "Fandom, Community, and Identity in Popular Music," and "Fandom, Social Media, and Authenticity in the Digital Age." These courses encourage students to critically engage with their interests in fandoms while exploring broader themes of identity and authenticity in the digital landscape. Through his work, Dr. Haynes aims to foster a deeper understanding of how cultural phenomena influence education and society at large.