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Dungeons & Dragons: Dungeon Master Bootcamp (Self-Paced Class)

Completed by 111 learners
Ages 10-15
Self-Paced Course
Whether you're a first time DM or a veteran, join us in creating your own complete, original D&D campaign and learn how to DM it for friends and family!
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:
(1,505 reviews)

4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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What's included

4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 8
In this 4 Lesson Self-Paced class, we'll create our own complete, original Dungeons & Dragons campaigns and learn everything you need to know to run them as Dungeon Master with friends and family. Beginner DMs will learn everything they need to know via Lesson Videos provided by the instructor, a seasoned DM. Even veteran DMs will enjoy creating their own original campaign and sharing ideas with other students and the instructor. 

The plan for making our original campaigns is: 

Lesson 1: Create the storyline for your campaign: plot and characters 

Lesson 2: Crafting encounters: monster battles, puzzles, side quests, and more! 

Lesson 3: Worldbuilding: creating the world of your campaign with maps and "theater of the mind"

Lesson 4: How to DM your campaign: lead a character creation session, roleplay NPCs (non-player characters), manage combat, and consult D&D resources on the fly

Then, go DM your campaign with friends and family!

This is a Self-Paced class with no live meetings. Each of the 4 Lessons includes a pre-recorded Lesson Video (plus an Optional Worksheet for comprehension) with accompanying Discussion posts, where students will do activities and engage in a back-and-forth with the teacher. For example, students will develop and share their original campaigns. 

Students are also welcome to message me or arrange Q&A or live "office hours" for additional support for their campaigns.

I also offer this as a live course, if your student prefers that method of instruction: https://outschool.com/classes/dungeons-and-dragons-dungeon-master-bootcamp-DLQZxFtd#usu529M6QA

See you in class!

Class listing art by Olie Boldador via Nerdarchy: https://nerdarchy.com/dm-screen/

Syllabus

4 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Storyline
 Create the plot (including conflict) and characters for your original campaign. 
18 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Crafting Encounters
 Monster battles, puzzles, side quests, and more! 
17 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Worldbuilding
 Creating the world of your campaign with maps and "theater of the mind". 
17 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
How to DM your Campaign
 Lead a character creation session, roleplay NPCs (non-player characters), manage combat, and consult D&D resources on the fly! 
18 mins of video lessons

Other Details

Parental Guidance
This course includes mild fantasy violence (sword fights, monsters, etc).
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined April, 2018
4.8
1505reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Education from University College London
Bachelor's Degree from Georgetown University
I'm an avid D&D player and experienced Dungeon Master. When I'm not playing, I read D&D fan forums and listen to D&D podcasts to help me brainstorm compelling storylines for my campaigns. In addition to this class, I teach 6 other D&D classes, including the first of its kind on Outschool.

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