What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
In this weekly, on-going class, we will play through a lengthy, immersive campaign set in the Forgotten Realms that follows the events of Tomb of Annihilation. The Death Curse is over, the villain has been defeated, so what will the adventurers do next? This is a homebrew, customized adventure and we will follow the learners' interests. Because this is a longer campaign, students will be able to unsubscribe to the class if a break is needed. Students joining the campaign part way through will easily be able to jump in to the adventure. Students experienced with Dungeons and Dragons will be well suited to this adventure, as their characters will be starting at a higher level with more complex play. This campaign uses the 5th edition rules. When students join, I will provide information on what level character to make. Please note: students will be expected to cooperate with each other in class. Students are discouraged from playing characters with an evil alignment. Player vs. Player combat is not allowed.
Learning Goals
Students will practice the many skills that Dungeons and Dragons hones - creativity, problem solving, critical thinking, teamwork, leadership, public speaking, and the ability to perform quick mental math calculations.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This campaign does involve D&D combat, which is verbally described. Weapons, armor, and combat damage will be mentioned.
Supply List
I will provide students with the Players Basic Rules and blank character sheets. If students do not have dice, they may use an online dice roller. They should also have a pencil and paper to use during class.
2 files available upon enrollment
Language of Instruction
English
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been a homeschooling mother for 19 years to four children with very different learning styles. I have taught countless classes to homeschoolers over the years, ranging from Latin to art history to astrophysics. I've also assisted students in leading their own educational groups, such as book clubs and social justice clubs. For four years, I traveled the United States full-time in an RV with my family; we visited 46 states and enjoyed everything from viewing amazing wildlife in National Parks to entertainment and great food in some of the biggest cities. We've now settled down near the beach in sunny Florida.
I believe in meeting children where they are and tailoring their education to fit their needs. I believe that the best education a child can have is an education they feel they have ownership of. Children learn and retain information best when the subject has personal relevance to them and when they are guided towards their own discovery of knowledge. One of my favorite things about teaching here on Outschool is watching children grow in confidence and learn through play.
Dungeons and Dragons is one of my favorite hobbies - I love everything about it, from writing stories and reading lore to painting miniatures and making detailed digital maps to laughing with my learners and being surprised by their creativity. I love other games as well - if it's not D&D night at my home, we play video games (Gartic Phone and Mario Kart are current favorites) or board games.
Creating a safe, affirming, and anti-racist classroom is my biggest priority. Whether students identify as LGBTQ+, neurodiverse, socially anxious, or if they need support in any other way, I provide gentle encouragement and the space for them to be themselves while having fun.
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Live Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
90 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-6 learners per class