I, Lovecraft
In this 4 week class students will learn about the life, works, and influence of H.P. Lovecraft. They will read his short stories, discuss their impressions, and compare his stylings with the horror of today. Students will write as well.
John M. Powell, M.F.A, B.S.
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5.0
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Students will listen to lectures about the life and works of H.P. Lovecraft, as well as have powerpoint presentation that will be in the classroom. We will examine Lovecraftian influence in culture and learn what elements are decidedly Lovecraftian in nature. We will view art, music, and other media through content shared in the class room. The class will read short stories written by Lovecraft, we will discuss his work, and the students will write a short story, attempting to draw from Lovecraft's influence. Students will have the option to create are inspired by Lovecraft as well. In the first week we will explore the tragic life that H.P. Lovecraft led. In week two, we explore the works of lovecraft, in week three we dive into how contemporary horror is directly influenced by Lovecraft and students will create based on Lovecraft's work, and in week 4 we will discuss what we've created and designed and talk about how Lovecraft influenced us.
Learning Goals
Students will learn to analyze a specific writing style, understand the way life influences art and creation, and see how culture may grow as the result of one flawed person's perspective.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
H.P. Lovecraft led a damaged life as a young man. As a result he did display bigotry. As he matured, Lovecraft displayed remorse for his ignorance. We will take a moment to acknowledge both his flaws and his growth as a result of admitting his ignorance. We also explore how demonizing those who are different from us is parallel to living in fear of the unknown.
Supply List
Students may wish to draw or paint in their choice of medium based on the creatures Lovecraft created.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
The works of H.P. Lovecraft
https://archive.org/details/TheCompleteWorksOfHPLovecraft_201412
Joined January, 2019
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Teacher expertise and credentials
We will be taking a moment to speak about the bigoted views H.P. Lovecraft held and how those views doom us to living in fear of the unknown. The section will brief.Reviews
Live Group Class
$70
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
55 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-9 learners per class
