Why Knot? Adventures in Knot Tying
In this course, students will explore the art of knot tying.
Jonathan Williams
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(8)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
From shoelaces to ships, knots tie the world together! Knots serve both a functional and practical, as well as decorative and ornamental purpose in modern society. Surgeons, tailors, rock climbers, and farmers are just a few of the people that rely on knots in their daily work and life. In this interactive and ongoing course, students will learn to tie a new knot (or two!) during each class session. Tying a knot is a puzzle that requires a disciplined hand, a steady eye, and an open and alert mind. Students will learn the intricate dance of skill and coordination through hands-on practice as they craft new knots. While creating a new knot, students will learn about the use-case of each knot in an applied, real world setting. Each class will begin with a demonstration of a new knot and a knot diagram will be provided for students reference both during after the class. Students will work individually or in small groups to complete the knot of the day. Students will present their finished knot to their peers and will describe their tying process. No previous knot tying experience is needed and all experience levels are welcome. Why knot join us on this knot tying adventure?
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need to provide rope or string for each class session. Cotton rope or string, 1/4 inch in thickness or greater is ideal.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
5.0
8reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Jonathan Williams is a Director of Curriculum & Learning at Trilogy Education Services, where he leads the design and development of technical learning content. Jonathan has worked broadly in adult education as a learning experience designer, having designed courses for Harvard Business School, General Assembly, and New York University. Jonathan holds a BS in Mathematical Statistics from Wake Forest University, MS in Strategic Design and Management from Parsons School of Design, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Design (DDes) at North Carolina State University.Reviews
Live Group Class
$10
weekly1x per week
30 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
6-12 learners per class
