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Chess Game Class for Beginners Full Semester 16W

Completed by 2 learners
Ages 7-18
Self-Paced Course
In this 16-week course, your student will learn the fundamentals of chess with an experienced teacher. The class is flexible and recorded so your student can learn at their own pace.
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16 pre-recorded lessons
16 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content

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Your learner can start learning when they want and progress at the speed that works best for them.
Start when you want.
Learn at your own pace
Access course material for a full year.
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What’s included

16 pre-recorded lessons
16 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Homework
1 hour per week. included
Assessment
included

Class Experience

In this 16-week class, the student will learn the basics of chess, from understanding the pieces and their moves, to tactics and strategies used in the game.

By the end of the class, your student will have a strong understanding of chess and be able to play confidently.


This course requires no prior experience.


▬▬▬▬▬▬  Schedule Requests & LIVE classes   ▬▬▬▬▬▬ 
This is the flexible version of my course, I also teach all of my classes LIVE. Please see our profile page for a full list of all the classes we offer.

▬▬▬▬▬▬ Concessions ▬▬▬▬▬▬
For parents/families who feel their child would benefit from this course, but their budget does not allow for it, I do offer a number of discounts for families of lower income. Please message me with the course, dates and times you are interested in to learn more about the discounts I might be able to offer.

Learning Goals

Students will learn the fundamentals of chess, including how the pieces move, how to capture an opponent's piece, and how to checkmate the king. They will also develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Syllabus

16 Lessons
over 16 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Class 1: The Beauty of Chess: A Historical and Cultural Overview
 Class 1: The Beauty of Chess: A Historical and Cultural Overview 
Lesson 2:
Class 2: The Chessboard: Its Geometry and Significance
 Class 2: The Chessboard: Its Geometry and Significance 
Lesson 3:
Class 3: The Heart of Chess: Understanding the Pieces and their Moves
 Class 3: The Heart of Chess: Understanding the Pieces and their Moves 
Lesson 4:
Class 4: Setting the Stage: Opening Principles and Basic Strategies
 Class 4: Setting the Stage: Opening Principles and Basic Strategies 

Other Details

Parental Guidance
None
Supply List
Students will need a chess set (either physical or digital) to participate in the class.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Chess.com, "Learn to Play Chess" by Susan Caldwell.

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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor’s Degree in Science from Brighton University UK
Jo Reynolds BSc Money Business Video Games YouTube
The teacher has extensive experience teaching chess to children of all ages and skill levels. He has a passion for the game and believes in its ability to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

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