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A short class introducing older students that are interested in improving their handwriting, to Edgar Allan Poe's The Raven.
Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 8
Intermediate Level
Practice different styles of cursive and different handwriting papers (for modifications and accommodations) and learn The Composition and Literary Analysis of The Raven, in a fun way.
Week one: January 29th -February 2
Introduction
A. Background on cursive writing
B. Importance of studying literature and its connection to cursive writing
C. Overview of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven" and "The Philosophy of Composition"
II. Cursive Writing Techniques (Various styles and...This is a fun low key way to practice different styles of cursive, try different papers, and even some accomodations for dyslexia and dysgraphia. I like using Poe's Poetry and hope to plan a similar class with other classical literature.
I hold a master's degree in special education and an endorsement in reading. I have over 17 years experience teaching special needs individuals in diverse settings.
Homework Offered
Just handwriting practice, about 15 minutes per day. We will read the Raven and the Philosophy of Composition in class.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Informal assessment on proper letter formation and introduction of simple accomodations such as special lined paper (free) and other special needs tips and tricks.Grades Offered
If you unsure what is the best handwriting paper, a PDF of paper samples is included and will be covered in the first class. A lot of these can be found free online so choice of writing instrument and paper is what works best for the student so waiting till the first class is fine
The Raven is a poem about grief. Since we are also exploring poetry, I will reference and read some examples of poetry which includes religious poetry from other languages, part of the song, Will you still love me by the Sharelles, (original English and a part Spanish version) and Don't Mess Around with Jim from Jim Croce. Please familiarize yourself with the lyrics. We will discuss how we experience emotions and why we would read about grief. I will reference Yoga psychology with the goal of showing "Beauty" in all emotions (for example, you cannot define grief without having first known joy). This is a secular class however and we are discussing human experience, not religious experience. The pieces chosen are merely comparing the different ways different languages evoke emotions.
The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition by Edgar Allan Poe. Any version is fine, there are some nice inexpensive illustrated ones and it is in the public domain. I will also offer it as a PDF.
Available times
Pacific
Meet the teacher
***Due to a family emergency I need to help as a caregiver for a couple months. I am hoping to have a schedule for March. I am still available for any questions for upcoming classes, but the classes are not scheduled yet. Thank you.*** Hi! I am...
Group Class
$60
weekly ($20 per class)3x per week
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages 12-14
3-10 learners per class
