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Understanding The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe: A Poetry Analysis
Kandy Crosby-Hastings
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(177)
In this one-week class, students analyze the theme, style, rhythm, meter, setting, symbolism, and meaning of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven."
Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
In this class, students will analyze the poem "The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe. Students will be asked to read the poem prior to class. We, as a class, will discuss the structure and meaning of the poem through an examination of the piece's meter, rhyme, sound, setting, characterization, symbolism, and setting. We will also discuss the history of Edgar Allan Poe and how his history applies to this poem. While we discuss this poem and history of the author, students will create a work of...
- Students will learn to explore, analyze, and value classic poetry. They will learn to express their own critiques verbally and creatively.
I have master's degrees in history, professional writing, and human services counseling.
0 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Students will need to read or listen to "The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe prior to attending class.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: I will provide an informal assessment of student participation and understanding of "The Raven."
Students will need to read or listen to "The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe prior to class. Students will also need to bring any art and/or writing supplies to class that they would like to use to create their own project to examine, interpret, or illustrate the story.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
"The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe includes a theme of death. The raven serves as a reminder of the narrator's lost love.
We will refer to "The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe throughout the class.
Joined June, 2020
5.0
177reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in History from Liberty University
Bachelor's Degree in Religious Studies from Liberty University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Liberty University
My name is Kandy Crosby-Hastings. I teach history, classic literature, and writing classes. I have two sons who were homeschooled from preschool through their high school graduation. I also have experience working in the public school system and...
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Group Class
$10
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 17 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
1-6 learners per class
