Shakespeare in Pop Culture Series

Session 1 is the Introduction class to the Shakespeare in Pop Culture Series

PREREQUISITE: The introduction class (Session 1) is a prerequisite for all other courses in the Shakespeare in Pop Culture Series.

This one-week introductory class is offered every summer and beginning of fall semester. After taking this course, students are free to take other courses in the Shakespeare series in any order.

Click here to enroll in the SPECIAL SUMMER SESSION of the INTRODUCTION class.

Other classes in the series include:

CLASS DESCRIPTION

This is a one-week course in which students will be introduced to William Shakespeare, the Globe Theater, and Shakespeare’s sonnets and writing style.

This introductory course is meant to prepare students for the other courses in the series, which each focus on one of Shakespeare’s plays, as well as modern adaptations of the play in popular culture.

The goal of this course series is to learn the famous works of Shakespeare through the use of present day pop culture. Lessons for the other courses in this series will focus on themes, characters, and social significance of Shakespeare’s most famous plays in comparison to their modern re-imaginings.

Assignments will range from writing analytical reports on primary and secondary sources, to students having the option to film their very own adaptations of these works. Each student should leave this course with a well rounded comprehension of the significance of Shakespeare’s works, then and now.

Disclaimer: This short introductory course ONLY focuses on an introduction to Shakespeare’s life and writing. HOWEVER, some of the films presented in the other classes of this course series are rated PG-13, and therefore that is the recommended age minimum for those classes, with the exception of parental consent for younger ages.

CLASS FORMAT

No live classes—view lessons on YOUR schedule. In general, expect 1.5-2.5 hours to work through the lesson plan each week, and an additional 2-5 hours working on assignments (it really depends what assignment your child chooses to do and how they manage their time). For classes with two levels, the material is the same for both—the depth of the assignments differs. Younger students should usually be placed in Level 1. Older students, or younger students who want more of a challenge, should be placed in Level 2.

Each lesson consists of a fully narrated PowerPoint presentation with images and videos to enhance the topics. Students will have access to our learning management system, Canvas, for viewing their lesson, printing worksheets, taking quizzes, viewing/submitting assignments, participating in discussions, and viewing grades/feedback.

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This is Session 2 of 5 in the Shakespeare in Pop Culture Series

PREREQUISITE: The introduction class (Session 1) is a prerequisite for all other courses in the Shakespeare in Pop Culture Series.

CLASS DESCRIPTION

In this 4-week course, students will study one play by William Shakespeare, as well as the modern adaptations of the play presented in films of present day popular culture. We will focus for three weeks on one of Shakespeare’s (primary source) plays, and the fourth week will consist of that specific play’s adaptations in modern films. I will provide all reading and viewing material for the course, as well as extra related content, with the option that students may purchase any books or films for themselves if they so choose.

The goal of the courses in this series is to learn the famous works of Shakespeare through the use of present day pop culture. Lessons will focus on themes, characters, and social significance of Shakespeare’s most famous plays in comparison to their modern re-imaginings. Assignments will range from writing analytical reports on primary and secondary sources, to students having the option to film their very own adaptations of these works. Each student should leave this course with a well rounded comprehension of the significance of Shakespeare’s works, then and now.

CLASS FORMAT

No live classes—view lessons on YOUR schedule. In general, expect 1.5-2.5 hours to work through the lesson plan each week, and an additional 2-5 hours working on assignments (it really depends what assignment your child chooses to do and how they manage their time). For classes with two levels, the material is the same for both—the depth of the assignments differs. Younger students should usually be placed in Level 1. Older students, or younger students who want more of a challenge, should be placed in Level 2.

Each lesson consists of a fully narrated PowerPoint presentation with images and videos to enhance the topics. Students will have access to our learning management system, Canvas, for viewing their lesson, printing worksheets, taking quizzes, viewing/submitting assignments, participating in discussions, and viewing grades/feedback.

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Week 1: Romeo & Juliet (Drama):

Students will read and study the play Romeo & Juliet, acts 1-2. We will also study the different character archetypes.

Week 2: Romeo & Juliet (Drama):

Students will read and study the play Romeo & Juliet, acts 3 & 4. We will also explore some symbols, themes, and motifs presented in the play.

Week 3: Romeo & Juliet (Drama):

Students will read and study the play Romeo & Juliet, act 5. Then we will break down the dramatic structure of the plot.

Week 4 : Adaptations of Romeo & Juliet:

I will provide clips or entire film files, as well as suggest other sources to find these films. This week we will study adaptations in comparison to the play Romeo & Juliet: West Side Story, Warm Bodies, Romeo + Juliet

This is Session 3 of 5 in the Shakespeare in Pop Culture Series

PREREQUISITE: The introduction class (Session 1) is a prerequisite for all other courses in the Shakespeare in Pop Culture Series.

CLASS DESCRIPTION

In this 4-week course, students will study one play by William Shakespeare, as well as the modern adaptations of the play presented in films of present day popular culture. We will focus for three weeks on one of Shakespeare’s (primary source) plays, and the fourth week will consist of that specific play’s adaptations in modern films. I will provide all reading and viewing material for the course, as well as extra related content, with the option that students may purchase any books or films for themselves if they so choose.

The goal of the courses in this series is to learn the famous works of Shakespeare through the use of present day pop culture. Lessons will focus on themes, characters, and social significance of Shakespeare’s most famous plays in comparison to their modern re-imaginings. Assignments will range from writing analytical reports on primary and secondary sources, to students having the option to film their very own adaptations of these works. Each student should leave this course with a well rounded comprehension of the significance of Shakespeare’s works, then and now.

CLASS FORMAT

No live classes—view lessons on YOUR schedule. In general, expect 1.5-2.5 hours to work through the lesson plan each week, and an additional 2-5 hours working on assignments (it really depends what assignment your child chooses to do and how they manage their time). For classes with two levels, the material is the same for both—the depth of the assignments differs. Younger students should usually be placed in Level 1. Older students, or younger students who want more of a challenge, should be placed in Level 2.

Each lesson consists of a fully narrated PowerPoint presentation with images and videos to enhance the topics. Students will have access to our learning management system, Canvas, for viewing their lesson, printing worksheets, taking quizzes, viewing/submitting assignments, participating in discussions, and viewing grades/feedback.

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Week 1: A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Comedy):

Students will read and study the play A Midsummer Night’s Dream, acts 1-2. We will also study the different character archetypes.

Week 2: A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Comedy):

Students will read and study the play A Midsummer Night’s Dream, acts 3-4. We will also explore various themes, symbols, and motifs presented in the play.

Week 3 : A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Comedy):

Students will read and study the play A Midsummer Night’s Dream, act 5. We will then break down the dramatic structure of the plot.

Week 4 : Adaptations of A Midsummer Night’s Dream:

I will provide clips or entire film files, as well as suggest other sources to find these films. This week we will study adaptations in comparison to the play A Midsummer Night’s Dream: A Midsummer Night’s Dream (1999) Get Over It (2001)

This is Session 4 of 5 in the Shakespeare in Pop Culture Series

PREREQUISITE: The introduction class (Session 1) is a prerequisite for all other courses in the Shakespeare in Pop Culture Series.

CLASS DESCRIPTION

In this 4-week course, students will study one play by William Shakespeare, as well as the modern adaptations of the play presented in films of present day popular culture. We will focus for three weeks on one of Shakespeare’s (primary source) plays, and the fourth week will consist of that specific play’s adaptations in modern films. I will provide all reading and viewing material for the course, as well as extra related content, with the option that students may purchase any books or films for themselves if they so choose.

The goal of the courses in this series is to learn the famous works of Shakespeare through the use of present day pop culture. Lessons will focus on themes, characters, and social significance of Shakespeare’s most famous plays in comparison to their modern re-imaginings. Assignments will range from writing analytical reports on primary and secondary sources, to students having the option to film their very own adaptations of these works. Each student should leave this course with a well rounded comprehension of the significance of Shakespeare’s works, then and now.

CLASS FORMAT

No live classes—view lessons on YOUR schedule. In general, expect 1.5-2.5 hours to work through the lesson plan each week, and an additional 2-5 hours working on assignments (it really depends what assignment your child chooses to do and how they manage their time). For classes with two levels, the material is the same for both—the depth of the assignments differs. Younger students should usually be placed in Level 1. Older students, or younger students who want more of a challenge, should be placed in Level 2.

Each lesson consists of a fully narrated PowerPoint presentation with images and videos to enhance the topics. Students will have access to our learning management system, Canvas, for viewing their lesson, printing worksheets, taking quizzes, viewing/submitting assignments, participating in discussions, and viewing grades/feedback.

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Week 1: Twelfth Night (Comedy):

Students will read and study the play Twelfth Night , acts 1-2. We will also study the different character archetypes.

Week 2: Twelfth Night (Comedy):

Students will read and study the play Twelfth Night , acts 3-4. We will also explore various themes, symbols, and motifs presented in the play.

Week 3 : Twelfth Night (Comedy):

Students will read and study the play Twelfth Night , act 5. We will then break down the dramatic structure of the plot.

Week 4 : Adaptations of Twelfth Night:

I will provide clips or entire film files, as well as suggest other sources to find these films. This week we will study adaptations in comparison to the play: Twelfth Night (1996) and She’s the Man (2006).

This is Session 5 of 5 in the Shakespeare in Pop Culture Series

PREREQUISITE: The introduction class (Session 1) is a prerequisite for all other courses in the Shakespeare in Pop Culture Series.

CLASS DESCRIPTION

In this 6-week course, students will study one play by William Shakespeare, as well as the modern adaptations of the play presented in films of present day popular culture. We will focus for five weeks on one of Shakespeare’s (primary source) plays, and the last week will consist of that specific play’s adaptations in modern films. I will provide all reading and viewing material for the course, as well as extra related content, with the option that students may purchase any books or films for themselves if they so choose.

The goal of the courses in this series is to learn the famous works of Shakespeare through the use of present day pop culture. Lessons will focus on themes, characters, and social significance of Shakespeare’s most famous plays in comparison to their modern re-imaginings. Assignments will range from writing analytical reports on primary and secondary sources, to students having the option to film their very own adaptations of these works. Each student should leave this course with a well rounded comprehension of the significance of Shakespeare’s works, then and now.

CLASS FORMAT

No live classes—view lessons on YOUR schedule. In general, expect 1.5-2.5 hours to work through the lesson plan each week, and an additional 2-5 hours working on assignments (it really depends what assignment your child chooses to do and how they manage their time). For classes with two levels, the material is the same for both—the depth of the assignments differs. Younger students should usually be placed in Level 1. Older students, or younger students who want more of a challenge, should be placed in Level 2.

Each lesson consists of a fully narrated PowerPoint presentation with images and videos to enhance the topics. Students will have access to our learning management system, Canvas, for viewing their lesson, printing worksheets, taking quizzes, viewing/submitting assignments, participating in discussions, and viewing grades/feedback.

Read more details about class format.

Week 1: Hamlet (Tragedy):

Students will read and study Act I. We will also study the different character archetypes.

Week 2: Hamlet:

Students will read and study Act II. We will also explore various themes, symbols, and motifs presented in the play.

Week 3: Hamlet:

Students will read and study Act III. We will also explore various themes, symbols, and motifs presented in the play.

Week 4: Hamlet:

Students will read and study Act IV. We will also explore various themes, symbols, and motifs presented in the play.

Week 5: Hamlet:

Students will read and study Act V. We will then break down the dramatic structure of the plot.

Week 6: Adaptations of Hamlet:

I will provide clips or entire film files, as well as suggest other sources to find these films. This week we will study adaptations in comparison to the play: Hamlet  (1996 film) (1990 film) (2000 film) and Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead (1990).