Camp - Chess Beginners Part 1 (5 Days)
This 5 day chess camp help young learners play the game of chess with friends and family. Understand chess fundamentals like board setup , piece movements to checkmate in this beginners course.
Einsteins Square: Chess, Coding, Math, Art, Games
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What's included
5 live meetings
4 hrs 10 mins in-class hoursHomework
Worksheets will be attached in the classroom for additional practice but it is purely optionalClass Experience
Beginner Level
Dive into the captivating world of chess with our comprehensive beginner class, designed to take you from novice to confident player in just five days. Our structured lesson plan ensures a gradual and thorough understanding of the game, making it perfect for absolute beginners or those looking to brush up on the basics. Each day is packed with engaging, hands-on learning experiences that will set you on the path to chess mastery. Lesson Outline Day 1: Introduction to the Chess Board and Pieces Familiarize yourself with the chessboard layout, the names, and roles of each piece. Learn the fundamental notations and how to set up the board correctly for a standard game. Day 2: Mastering the Movement of Major Pieces Discover the unique movements of the King, Bishop, Rook, and Queen. Practice moving these pieces efficiently to control the board and gain strategic advantages. Day 3: Knights, Pawns, and Opening Strategies Explore the distinct L-shaped movements of the Knights and the special abilities of the Pawns. Understand basic opening moves and their significance in setting the stage for a successful game. Day 4: Combat Essentials – Capturing and Protecting Engage in dynamic gameplay focused on capturing opponent pieces and protecting your own. Develop tactics for effective offense and defense, enhancing your overall game strategy. Day 5: Giving Check and getting out of check Learn how to identify and execute check and how to get out of check Participate in guided gameplay to apply your newfound knowledge and experience the thrill of a complete chess game. Join us on this exciting adventure into the world of chess, where you'll not only learn the rules but also develop critical thinking, strategy, and problem-solving skills. Whether you're aspiring to play casually with friends or aim to compete in tournaments, our beginner class is the perfect starting point. **************** We will be using the digital chess board to play so you dont need a physical one for this class. The teacher will be asking questions and interacting with the learners as they solve puzzles or play games with each other.
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Introduction to the board and set up
Understanding the chess board , piece placement and points , notations 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Piece Movements
King, Rook , Bishop and Queen movements and puzzles 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Piece movements
Knights and Pawns piece movement and how to start the game of chess - a few opening moves for piece development to start the game 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Battle combat
How pieces capture , protect and combat. Introduction to game play. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We might seek assistance from the parents to create game links for learners only on Day 4 and Day 5
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined May, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
4 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Science from Amrita School of Engineering
Master's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
Master's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Birla Global University
Master's Degree in Science from Rashtrasant Tukadoji Mahraj Nagpur University
12 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Savitribai Phule Pune University
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Visvesvaraya Technological Univeristy
Bachelor's Degree in Physics from University of Delhi
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Anna University
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Bangalore Univeristy
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Padmanava College of Engineering
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Savitribai Phule Pune University
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Amravati University
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering from Biju Patnaik University of Technology
Bachelor's Degree from Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad Univeristy
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Solapur Univeristy
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Nalanda Open University
Einsteins Square is extremely proud to be recognized consecutively for three years for Best in Class Awards 2024, 2023, and in 2022 Awards in following categories:
1. Top three Organizations on Outschool
2. Organization with the most positive ratings
3. Highest number of countries represented by learners - Global Go Getters
4. Highest Earners on Outschool
5. Organization with highest Enrolments in Semester and Ongoing classes
6. Organization with most profile views!
Awarded with the Most Innovative Curriculum, Einsteins Square is known for their team of professionally trained teachers who are experts in their respective subjects. They have a rigorous process for on-boarding teachers, ensuring that only the best become part of the organization. Their advanced rating system guarantees that only teachers who consistently provide value to students continue with the platform.
They focus on inquiry-based learning and are experts in STEAM and 21st century skills. They use digital interactive worksheets, games, and music to ensure that learning is holistic and inquiry-based. The pedagogy is based on Dr. Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligence theory, which recognizes that each child is unique and has their own core intelligence. Einsteins Square strongly believes in Albert Einstein's quote "Everybody is a genius" and aims to develop each child as a critical and divergent thinker.Reviews
Live Group Course
$99
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
1-4 learners per class
