Shakespeare's Famous Tragedies B
In this 10-week online course, students will learn about the writing, dramatization, & staging concepts in 3 of Shakespeare's famous tragedies. This class is set up to mimic a high school/upper grades elective course in English & Theatre.
Jessie McKeon
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(55)
What's included
10 live meetings
10 in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. This class contains a lot of reading. While we will be doing some out loud in class, students are expected to read independently for 2-3 hours per week.Assessment
Learners will be graded on response in-class and will have a final, comprehensive individual response worth 25% of their grade. This is a "pass/fail" class with written assessment except where a letter grade is requested for homeschool and supplemental school transcripts. I will do my best to accommodate the various needs that different educational entities require.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
The plays: "Romeo & Juliet" "Antony & Cleopatra" "King Lear" Not only will we read and analyze these plays, but each class will include a discussion of how these plays impacted and were influenced by Shakespeare's audiences and his own life experiences. There is no requirement to be familiar with any of these writers or Shakespeare as we will approach each play as a novel work. That said, having a class whose members represent a diverse experiences with Shakespeare and with theatre in general can contribute to engaging and creative responses. We will have open discourse about these shows, read them aloud, and watch some professional interpretations of pivotal scenes. Week 1 - Introduction to Shakespeare's comedies and primer on reading Shakespeare, Begin "Romeo & Juliet" Week 2 - Continue "Romeo & Juliet" Week 3 - Continue "Romeo & Juliet" Week 4 - Wrap up "Romeo & Juliet," Begin "Antony & Cleopatra" Week 5 - Continue "Antony & Cleopatra" Week 6 - Continue "Antony & Cleopatra" Week 7 - Wrap up "Antony & Cleopatra," Begin "King Lear" Week 8 - Continue "King Lear" Week 9 - Continue "King Lear" Week 10 - Wrap Up "King Lear," Final thoughts and Pack Up Example class covenant: -We welcome and affirm learners of all abilities and all walks of life. -We understand that our differences in opinion and learning style can lead to more dynamic learning. -We will not tolerate hate speech, bullying, and other negative behavior toward each other. -We will follow the classroom guidelines for Outschool that are there to keep us safe and geared toward learning. -We will manage risk so that our class can be fun, safe, and fascinating!
Learning Goals
Students will learn basics of play analysis while studying plays, historical context of Elizabethan and Renaissance theatre, and self-paced, independent creative and responsive writing
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class is for teens only - some of the material can be considered PG-13 due to the sense of humor and ignorance of medicine at the time these plays were written.
Supply List
I will provide an electronic copy of all plays in PDF format, obtained with permission from the Cornell University Library. If students choose to use additional resources or copies of the play, they should understand that they are still responsible for all content in these PDF files.
Language of Instruction
English
Joined September, 2019
4.9
55reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I hold a BA in Performing and Visual Arts with a focus in Early British Drama and Shakespeare and have won several awards for my work in this field. I have spent over 20 years studying and producing the works of Shakespeare and his contemporaries.
In my classes we use video, guests, and unconventional tools to learn the topic together. I design all of my instruction around first creating a safe space, then doing what I call a "Sweep the Corners" review at the start of each session. At the completion of the course, we always Pack Up our learning and set off into our vast world!Reviews
Live Group Class
$197
for 10 classes1x per week, 10 weeks
60 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
2-8 learners per class
