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The Mythmaker Society: Creative Worldbuilding for RPGs & Storytelling (Ages 10+)
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The Mythmaker Society: Creative Worldbuilding for RPGs & Storytelling (Ages 10+) Who or...what...is a Mythmaker? A Mythmaker might be: A Game Master for your friends in a roleplaying game... An author writing an interesting and unique novel... An artist looking for inspiration for comic book designs... A Mythmaker is anyone who wishes to create worlds beyond the ones we experience in our reality. You! You...are a Mythmaker...and this is your Society. A select, elite, group of creative...
My hope is that we will develop and strengthen the following skills for your learner: 1) Develop Proficient Worldbuilding Skills: Gain a solid understanding of the principles and techniques of worldbuilding, including geography, cultures, societies, and ecosystems, to create immersive and believable RPG worlds. 2) Cultivate Imaginative Thinking: Enhance creative thinking abilities by brainstorming and generating unique ideas for worldbuilding, encouraging originality and innovation in RPG storytelling. 3) Build Narrative and Storytelling Skills: Learn how to craft compelling narratives, plotlines, and character arcs within the context of RPG worlds, enabling learners to engage players through immersive storytelling. 4) Enhance Collaboration and Communication: Foster collaborative skills by engaging in group activities and discussions, providing constructive feedback, and working together on shared worldbuilding projects. 5) Develop Critical Analysis: Analyze existing RPG worlds and storytelling techniques to identify effective elements, learning to discern and apply best practices in creating engaging and well-rounded RPG environments. 6) Expand Cultural and Historical Knowledge: Gain insights into various cultures, mythologies, and historical references, incorporating diverse elements into RPG worlds to promote inclusivity and cultural appreciation. 7) Strengthen Problem-Solving Abilities: Encounter and overcome challenges related to worldbuilding, such as reconciling conflicting elements, maintaining consistency, and addressing logistical considerations. 8) Boost Confidence and Presentation Skills: Showcase worldbuilding creations and present ideas confidently, refining verbal and visual communication skills that are valuable in both gaming and real-world contexts. 9) Foster Appreciation for RPG Gameplay: Develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for the role of worldbuilding in enhancing the overall gameplay experience, creating more immersive and engaging RPG sessions. 10) Encourage Lifelong Learning: Cultivate a passion for continuous learning, inspiring learners to explore and experiment with new ideas, techniques, and genres beyond the course curriculum, nurturing their growth as worldbuilders and storyteller
I am a 40 year old art teacher with a degree in Psychology and over 30 years of experience playing Tabletop RPGs. Roleplaying games (and, honestly, ADHD) have been the catalyst for my constant and relentless thirst for knowledge....this is starting to sound like an Origin Story...
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
This course deals with worldbuilding - often in a fantasy setting which means that some topics might push a more mature level of learning. In order to write stories that feel real - we discuss real things. This class has lead to interesting and respectful explorations into beliefs, psychology, sociology, economics and government in an effort to thinking critically about the worlds we create.
Hello Everyone! My name is Timothy! I teach classes that motivate creativity, imagination, problem solving and critical thinking - I develop classes that engage students and get them excited to learn more and think about the world around them -...
Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-10 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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