Shakespeare's History Plays
In this 6 week course, your child will engage with Shakespeare's history plays through online activiites. Taught by a professional text coach and actor, the class will encourage thoughtful discussion and creative thinking.
Paul H. The Shakespearean Student
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(52)
What's included
6 live meetings
5 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursAssessment
The end of each class will consist of an online quiz that tests the student's memory of the concepts, vocabulary, and basic plots of the plays covered.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
The class will be a combination of slides, activities, and videos. The content will go from the general to the specific in Shakespeare's histories- from the general idea behind what a history play is to the plots and themes of individual plays. The course will culminate in a board game that allows the student to apply their knowledge of the characters, plots and themes of the history plays. Each class will consist of: 1. Weekly Discussion Questions 2. Scene Analysis from a play or film version of Shakespeare 3. Immersive activities such as: - My online Shakespeare board game. - Virtual tours of the Tower Of London, 4. Weekly Web Quests
Learning Goals
Students will become familiar with the characters, plots, and themes of Shakespeare's history plays, specifically the ones that covered the Wars of the Roses period. We will also discuss the pros and cons of monarchy as typified by how well they respond to various historical crises. Finally, the class will cover how the history plays parallel contemporary issues of leadership, the dangers of tyranny, and the powers of persuasive speech.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
What Is A History Play
What is a History play, and why did Shakespeare write 10 of them? 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Richard II
I will tell you the sad story of the death of king Richard II, who was deposed and murdered for his poor reign as king. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Henry V
We'll discuss Shakespeare's patriotic hymn to the warrior king Henry V 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
The Wars of The Roses
I'll summarize the three plays about the Wars of the Roses, which inspired Game of Thrones, Empire, and the Star Wars Prequels. 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined April, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Mary Baldwin College
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Ashland University
I am a professional Shakespearean scholar with over 10 years of experience. I've given lectures and workshops in Shakespeare across multiple states. In 2007 I was a national finalist for the Kennedy Center Award for my work as a text coach on "Romeo and Juliet." In addition, I have acted in the Shakespeare history play "Henry VIII" among many others.Reviews
Live Private Course
$2
weekly or $10 for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
55 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
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