What Made It Seem Real? The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar by Edgar Allan Poe
Kandy Crosby-Hastings
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(164)
In this 2-week class, students will analyze and write about the ideas presented in Edgar Allan Poe's "The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar."
Class experience
US Grade 9 - 12
In this two-week class, learners will analyze and write an informative essay about the Edgar Allan Poe story "The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar." Specifically, we will discuss what characteristics made this story so believable to nineteenth-century readers. Prior to coming to class, students will be required to read or listen to the Edgar Allan Poe story "The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar." This story is in public domain and can easily be found online. In week one, students will...
Students will learn to think critically about a work of classic literature and then outline and write an informative outline based upon their analysis.
I have master's degrees in professional writing, history, and human services counseling.
Homework Offered
Prior to week one, students will be required to read the Edgar Allan Poe short story "The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar." After week one, students will be required to write a one to two-page informative essay. If they choose, they can submit a rough draft to the teacher for suggestions, via the Outschool portal, prior to finalizing their paper. Students will present their essays in week two of the class.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
I will provide an informal assessment of the students' essay writing and participation in class.Grades Offered
Students will need to read or listen to Edgar Allan Poe's "The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar" prior to class. They will need to bring paper and a pencil or pen to class to take notes. Students will need access to either a computer or paper and pencil for writing their essays.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Edgar Allan Poe's stories are known for their graphic descriptions of horror. "The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar" includes a character that, due to mesmerizing, dissolves at the time of his death. It is a story that includes psychological horror.
We will refer to Edgar Allan Poe's "The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar" throughout the class.
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(164)
My name is Kandy Crosby-Hastings. I teach history, classic literature, and writing classes. I am a homeschool parent of two sons, who are now teenagers. We have homeschooled for thirteen years. I also have experience working in the public school...
Group Class
$20
for 2 classes1x per week, 2 weeks
85 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
2-6 learners per class
