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The Gothic Genre in Storytelling - Mini Lesson

Ages 14-18
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In this mini-lesson, learners will explore Gothic literature’s eerie settings, supernatural themes, and complex characters, helping them understand what makes these stories so captivating. Learners reflect on the genre with a short essay.

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1 pre-recorded lesson
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Assignments
1-2 hours per week. Students will complete a written reflection on the Gothic genre and submit it for a grade and personalized feedback from the teacher. The assignment uses a grading rubric so learners know exactly what is expected in the assignment.
Assessment
Students complete a written reflection on the Gothic genre using the provided rubric and submit it for grading and teacher feedback on their work.
Letter Grade
Grading of the written reflection is done using a rubric that can provide a corresponding letter grade if desired.

Class Experience

US Grade 9 - 12
What will be taught: Key features of Gothic literature, famous works, and narrative techniques.
Class structure: Engaging video lesson, lesson notes, and a written reflection assignment.
Teaching style: Engaging and exploratory, encouraging learners to think critically.
Learner interaction: Learners may ask questions on the content via the lesson comments or direct message the teacher for asynchronous responses. Learners submit a reflective assignment that will be given personalized feedback.

Learning Goals

Understand Gothic genre elements, analyze Gothic storytelling techniques, and identify these elements in modern storytelling.

Syllabus

Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
1 Lesson
over 1 Week
Lesson 1:
The Gothic Genre in Storytelling
 Explore the roots of the Gothic genre, focusing on its core elements: settings, supernatural occurrences, and complex characters. Demonstrate your understanding of the genre by answering reflection questions according to the expectations outlined in the provided grading rubric. 
1 assignment
12 mins of video lessons

Other Details

Learning Needs
My self-paced courses provide engaging narrated video lessons, class notes, and clear expectations for all assignments, homework, and/or projects by using a grading rubric. I'm happy to discuss specific accommodations via private message.
Parental Guidance
Parental Guidance: Gothic themes may be dark or spooky, but all content is age-appropriate in this mini lesson on the genre itself.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined June, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Missouri Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate
Master's Degree in Education from Kennesaw State University
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Kennesaw State University
I hold a M.Ed in Instructional Technology and a Bachelor's in Elementary Education, with teaching certifications in both Georgia and Missouri. I have taught internationally in the UAE and South Korea, as well as in the United States, giving me a broad perspective on diverse educational practices. My fondness for Gothic literature combined with my experience in instructional design allows me to create engaging, accessible content that helps learners explore complex themes in a way that resonates with them.

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