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Women in Literature: Pioneers of the Scary, Spooky, and Unexplained

Jennifer Smith, M.A. in English (she/her)

Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(126)

In this ongoing class, students will learn about women authors who were pioneers in literature, specifically in the horror genre.

Class Experience

During each class meeting, we will study a different woman writer of horror/science fiction. Each lesson will include a mini-biography, excerpts from the writer's works, and a brief summary of what qualifies her as a pioneer in the world of the scary, spooky, and unexplained.   We will also look at modern-day evidence of these pioneering women of horror's influence on later writers. 

SCHEDULE:
Mar 22: Margaret Cavendish
Mar 29: Anne Radcliffe
Apr 5: Mary W. Shelly
Apr 12: Regina Maria Roche...

Students will gain knowledge of pioneering women writers of the horror/science fiction genres and will also learn to recognize their influence on modern-day writers.

I am a certified teacher with seven years' experience in the public school system. I am a veteran homeschool parent who has graduated one child. I am currently home educating my younger son, who is a senior this year. Also, I have taught high school Literature & Mythology classes at homeschool co-ops over the past several years. I have led both my children and other students in discussions of sensitive topics on numerous occasions. I also teach workshops for adults in the areas of literature, mythology, and poetry.

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0No supplies are necessary; however, I will list suggested supplemental materials such as books, websites, etc.

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

There will be discussions of horror, which will include the topic of violence and sometimes sexual references. All discussions will be handled in a sensitive and age-appropriate manner, with ample time given to students to share their thoughts.

Meet the teacher

Jennifer Smith, M.A. in English (she/her)

Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(126)

I teach Literature, Writing, Poetry, Mythology, and Folklore classes for Middle and High School. I also teach a small selection of classes for elementary-aged students and preschoolers.

I have a BS in Elementary Education and a MA in English. I...