Study one of Shakespeare's greatest work in detail. This course is designed to make the plot and themes more accessible, increasing student's enjoyment of the text.
Do you struggle with the twisted story of 'Macbeth'? This course is for students working towards their English literature GCSE. It is designed to make the plot and themes of the play more accessible, and in turn, more enjoyable. The programme will look at Shakespeare's writing and the meanings behind his choice of language, as well as how to find relevant quotes. It will provide practical strategies for tackling questions in the GCSE exam papers (all exam boards), as well as allowing students to understand the infamous Shakespeare on a deeper level, guide them to find pleasure in reading his work and hopefully inspire them to continue to do so! By the end of this programme, students will not only feel fully confident with 'Macbeth,' but they will also feel comfortable and confident when studying Shakespeare on a wider scale.
Course Content
10 LESSONS
10 HOURS Total Length
Lesson 1
Understanding Macbeth's Plot and Context I
60 minutes
Lesson 2
Understanding Macbeth's Plot and Context II
60 minutes
Lesson 3
Character: Macbeth
60 minutes
Lesson 4
Character: Lady Macbeth
60 minutes
Lesson 5
Secondary and Minor Characters
60 minutes
Lesson 6
Considering Dramatisation
60 minutes
Lesson 7
Understanding and Writing About the Themes in 'Macbeth': Witchcraft, Good vs. Evil
60 minutes
Lesson 8
Understanding and Writing About the Themes in 'Macbeth': Guilt, Ambition and Bravery
60 minutes
Lesson 9
Close Language Analysis I: Sample Extract
60 minutes
Lesson 10
Close Language Analysis II: Sample Extract
60 minutes
Key Skills
Essay Writing
Literary Analysis
Shakespeare
Critical Thinking
Educator
Alexandra F
English & Maths Educator
Alexandra has a range of experience working with students with special educational needs and teaching English as a foreign language. She always creates an encouraging working environment and promotes creativity in every lesson.
