Recognize the elements of an epic poem in Beowulf. (Hero Cycle)
 Identify characteristics of Germanic culture as depicted in Beowulf, including the commonality of feuds, the importance of weapons, and the attitudes toward life, death, and material possessions.
Discuss the relevance of women’s roles in Germanic culture.
Understand the historical contextualization of the epic and its historical, cultural importance.
Clarify the relevance of the anecdotes that interrupt the main story.
Explain the Germanic heroic code and how its values differ between warrior and king.
Identify the key characteristics that make Beowulf an epic hero.
Have FUN role playing, exploring and problem solving (Three Pillars of Adventure) with D&D and within this exciting setting.

Immersion History-Literature concept has emerged as a result of Keith’s enthusiasm for instruction, a tested belief in the positive benefits of role-playing games such as (especially) D&D 5e, and passion for coaching students toward betterment. 

Learning is fun when the student is genuinely immersed in the social, economic, political, emotional, and cultural facets of a particular time period. There simply is no better way for students to personalize and rationalize their learning than becoming a character, set into a thrilling adventure, who not only has a vested interest in the adventure, but a role to play in its successful outcome. 

The founder of S3 Strategic Study Skills and the D&D Immersive Adventure Academy, Keith, has been a certified teacher for 30 years and an avid fan of D&D for decades since the 1980s. 

Keith has taught I.G.C.S.E, A-Level, I.B., and A.P. History throughout the Atlantic region covering a variety of rigorous exam subjects. He is a strong advocate of immersion education (gamification) in the Social Studies classroom and hopes to (unknown to the students) teach a great deal about physical and human geography, Ancient and Medieval history, psychology, human (humanoid) nature, and a number of other embedded lessons learned through the Three Pillars of Adventure: Exploration, Role-playing, and Fantasy Combat. 

Homework Offered
Students should read ahead of the next week's adventure in Beowulf so as to both enjoy the work as well as to allow them to get in character during the adventure. There will be a summary and discussion questions for sections of the class which will be incorporated through the class either directly or indirectly through role playing. Written notes and responses are encouraged but are optional. 
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Ideally the students assess themselves concerning the extent to which they felt comfortable participating in the Three Pillars of Adventure. As Dungeon Master/Game Master, I will present key elements of the epic as starters for the adventure and guide them through the basic outline, they - as player characters must role play their part within both the time period as well as the story of Beowulf. Since this class requires 4-6 students to run properly, I am certain students will both read and prepare for each day's adventure. 

Since we are using the D&D 5E game mechanics the students will gain experience points, move up levels, gain feats and abilities. This might be a way by which the student can appreciate advancement through the course. 
Grades Offered

Attached to the Outschool page will be a Seamus Heaney translation of Beowulf, D&D 5E Basic Rules, and a character sheet. Each week new resources will be posted for the students relevant to that week's adventure.