What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
Some homework will be assigned but it will be minimal.Assessment
Informal assessment.Class Experience
This class is so much fun, your student won't even realize they are learning something valuable in their communication development. I will be a participant in most of the games aside from those times students go into breakout rooms. However, I will pop into every room to see how students are doing. I just did a trial run with a younger set of children and the 9 year-old was begging me to play another game with him. What's really great about these games is that after only one session, I saw immediate change in his listening behavior! I can't wait to teach your child. The age range is 8-11 but I will take exceptions. Just let me know. Classes start: Week of March 1 "Warm up Exercises," "Yes And," "What’s on your stupid T-shirt?" Week of March 8 "Yes and," "Alien Interview" Week of March 15 "Story Swap," "Story Conductor" Week of March 22 "Slideshow," "Word at a time" (I will add games or delete games where appropriate) *****Rules: Please print them out before class****** This is VERY IMPORTANT! AT LEAST 3 STUDENTS MUST BE ENROLLED IN A GIVEN CLASS, ELSE NUMBER OF GAMES WILL BE LIMITED. • We have an atmosphere of safety, trust and support. • You are not by yourself, we’re playing together as a team and supporting each other. • You are ALLOWED to MAKE MISTAKES, they often lead to the best bit in improv. • You can say the first thing that comes to you, you don’t have to edit yourself, as long as you are coming from a place of fun, love and respect for your fellow improviser. • You don’t have to be clever or funny or make up jokes, the humor will come naturally from each game. • Listen. • Yes And. • Commit. This is a "physical" class. Sometimes you will be asked to run around the room or act goofy, silly, or make funny faces. Your student will learn communication, eye contact, giving / receiving, confidence, team-building, acceptance, and positivity. It's exhilarating, exciting, and a lot of fun. Through this ongoing class, your student will learn that not all communication has to be scary and they'll also learn how to dominate it over time. Most of the exercises teach speed, quick-thinking, respect, the love of laughter, and acceptance. • Class size will determine if we meet in breakout rooms or in just one large room. • Each child will have the opportunity to participate in several games and will gain confidence throughout the classes. • Students will learn the basic principles of improvisational game theory: what it is, why it is important, and the rules to for a winning scene. They'll also learn how to think on their feet. Content will be taught through a combination of highly interactive games that build student confidence. About your teacher: I have several years of experience running an improv workshop for adults and many of my students have thanked me for helping them get in front of an audience. I have many leadership qualities as well as public speaking in leadership roles. I'm a great observer and live each class with empathy. I know what it's like to be nervous in front of an audience. Improv helped me so much to not only be funnier, but to communicate better.
Learning Goals
Learner will work on both verbal and non-verbal games that will help improve their concentration, study patterns, observation, and communication. We'll also touch on public speaking.
Other Details
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Hello, my name is Teacher Nick!
I’m a career graphic artist with more than 30 years experience. I would love to teach your child to appreciate the arts with paper and digital tools. My specialty is animation, publishing books, and writing. I'm a highly-rated teacher who loves teaching children to make their dreams come true. Classes include Animating a Bouncing Ball, Publishing Picture Books, and Hand-Drawn art, and AI!
Did I mention, I'm the author and illustrator of 21 books? I want to teach your child how to do it too!
My hands-on, interactive style keeps students engaged throughout every lesson and I’ll inspire them to find joy in their creations.
CLASSES I TEACH:
▪️Designing and Publishing Books in Canva
▪️Digita Art and Frame Animation in Procreate
▪️Hand-Drawn Art
▪️Improvisation Games and Learning
▪️Descriptive Writing and Better Grammar
EXPERTISE
▪️Career Graphic Artist
▪️Author/Illustrator of 21 children's books
▪️8 years as a camp counselor/youth group leader
▪️10+ years as an Independent online teacher for children and adults
▪️Former app developer
▪️25 years as a volunteer with various organizations: Special Olympics, Cancer Relay for Life, Reading in homeless shelters, Knights of Columbus, church youth group leader, etc.
EDUCATION
▪️Bachelor of Science degree in Business
▪️4+ years as a TEFL-certified, online teacher to over 20,000 international students.
▪️Screenwriting Certificate 2001
As for my teaching style:
EVERY child receives a high-five upon completion of my classes. If you believe in Yourself, ANYTHING is possible!
Reviews
Live Group Class
$24
weekly ($12 per class)2x per week
45 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
3-9 learners per class