$40
weeklyor $480 for 12 classes
Classic Literature Test for College Admission: Mastering the CLT and CLT10
New class
Ages 14-18
Live Group Class
Live video meetings
1x per week, 12 weeks
2-6 learners per class
50 min
What's included
12 live meetings
10 in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. 10-20 vocabulary words a day 30-60 minutes reading a dayCertificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Intermediate Level
Get $30 off my class "A New College Entrance Exam: Mastering the CLT and CLT10 Ready by April 10 Test!" with coupon code SUEMACLTINTRODUCTORYRATE30 until Jan 20, 2025. https://outschool.com/classes/a-new-college-entrance-exam-mastering-the-clt-and-clt10-ready-by-april-10-test-LkRQvfDy enter the coupon code at checkout. Tutoring sections are designed to cover 12 weeks, with weekly themes based on authors from the CLT author bank. Wk 1 Jan 21: Introduction to Classical Literature and CLT Format • Overview of the CLT structure and question types. • Introduction to analyzing classical texts: themes, tone, and rhetorical devices. • Practice passage: Excerpts from Homer’s The Odyssey. • Grammar focus: Sentence structure and subject-verb agreement. • Vocabulary: Words derived from Greek and Latin roots. Wk 2 Jan 28: Moral Philosophy in Literature • Reading: Excerpts from Plato’s Republic (focus on justice). • Analyzing arguments and identifying main ideas in philosophical texts. • Grammar focus: Verb tenses and consistency. • Vocabulary: Philosophical terms and advanced context clues. Wk 3 Feb 5: The Role of Virtue in Literature • Reading: Excerpts from Aristotle’s Nicomachean Ethics (virtue and happiness). • Identifying the author’s purpose and evaluating ethical reasoning. • Grammar focus: Pronoun agreement and clarity. • Vocabulary: Abstract nouns and figurative language terms. Week 4 Feb 12: Allegory in The Pilgrim's Progress • Reading: Passages from John Bunyan's The Pilgrim's Progress • Discussion on symbolism and allegory in religious texts. • Grammar focus: Modifiers (placement and ambiguity). • Vocabulary: Religious and philosophical lexicon. Week 5 Feb 19: Medieval Epics and Moral Themes • Reading: Excerpts from Dante’s Inferno. • Analyzing figurative language: metaphors and imagery. • Grammar focus: Parallel structure in sentences. • Vocabulary: Archaic words and etymology. Week 6 Feb 26: The Renaissance and Humanism • Reading: Excerpts from Shakespeare’s Hamlet. • Identifying tone and character motivations in dramatic texts. • Grammar focus: Punctuation and run-on sentences. • Vocabulary: Words related to emotion and drama. Week 7 March 5: Enlightenment Thought and Argumentation • Reading: Excerpts from John Locke’s Second Treatise of Government. • Evaluating logical structure in persuasive texts. • Grammar focus: Subject-verb inversion and syntax for emphasis. • Vocabulary: Political and social terms. Week 8 March 12: Romanticism and the Sublime • Reading: Excerpts from Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. • Analyzing narrative voice and themes of nature vs. human ambition. • Grammar focus: Active vs. passive voice. • Vocabulary: Words describing emotions and the natural world. Week 9 April 19: Nineteenth-Century Realism and Satire • Reading: Excerpts from Leo Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina. • Discussion: Character development and societal critique. • Grammar focus: Correcting misplaced and dangling modifiers. • Vocabulary: Words related to society, family, and critique. Week 10 March 26: American Transcendentalism • Reading: Excerpts from Ralph Waldo Emerson’s Self-Reliance. • Identifying author’s central arguments and rhetorical strategies. • Grammar focus: Clauses (dependent and independent). • Vocabulary: Words related to self-reflection and independence. Week 11 April 2: Twentieth-Century Modernism • Reading: Excerpts from T.S. Eliot’s The Waste Land. • Examining complex themes and fragmented structure. • Grammar focus: Complex sentence editing and concision. • Vocabulary: Modernist terms and figurative language. Week 12 April 9: Comprehensive Review and Practice Test • Full-length CLT practice test with all sections: Reading, Grammar, Vocabulary. • Review of strategies for tackling challenging questions. • Personalized feedback and final tips for success.
Learning Goals
Remember: Identify the structure and question types of the CLT.
Understand: Summarize key themes, tones, and rhetorical devices in classical texts.
Apply: Demonstrate proper sentence structure and subject-verb agreement in writing
exercises.
Analyze: Distinguish the main ideas and arguments in Plato's Republic.
Evaluate: Assess the effectiveness of philosophical reasoning presented in the text.
Apply: Use philosophical vocabulary in written responses.
Other Details
Learning Needs
With 30 years teaching and tutoring language arts, 7 years tutoring test preparation, and training and experience with dyslexia, I'm sure I can come up with approaches, adjustments, and repetitions to help your student succeed.
Pre-Requisites
A student taking the CLT should have regular exposure to classical texts, experienced intellectual rigor, and studied the equivalent to honors or advanced placement ELA courses. Students need to have a strong grip on the English language.
Supply List
Handouts will be sent regularly.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
All the books mentioned in the class experience. Libby for audio or Kindle, Public library, Project Gutenberg, school library or purchase.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Washington Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in Information Technology from University of Washington
Master's Degree in Theatre Arts from University of Washington
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Washington
Your student will be prepared by the April 10, April 22, May 10, and June 18, 2025 dates
Why Choose Me as Your CLT Tutor?
With over 40 years of experience teaching in the humanities, I bring a deep passion for classical education and a proven track record of success. My qualifications include a BA in Acting, Directing, and Education; an MA in Theatre Arts; and an MLIS in Library and Information Science. These degrees reflect my lifelong commitment to learning, teaching, and helping students excel in language, literature, and critical thinking.
I’ve spent years tutoring students for high-stakes tests like the SSAT, ISEE, HSPT, SAT, and ACT, equipping them with the skills and confidence to succeed. Parents consistently praise my ability to connect with students, making complex material understandable and engaging. One of my most highly rated classes, Independent Schools: SSAT, ISEE, HSPT, has received glowing reviews for its results-driven approach.
I believe in the transformative power of a classical education, which cultivates the ability to think deeply, communicate effectively, and engage with timeless ideas. This belief fuels my dedication to helping students thrive on the Classical Learning Test (CLT).
With my expertise and personalized guidance, your student will develop the critical skills needed to navigate challenging reading passages, master grammar and writing, and approach the test with confidence. Let’s work together to turn preparation into success!
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