Greek Tragedies Drama ⦠Ancient Style AWS
Greek Tragedies Drama … Ancient Style
Grades: Prerequisites: Day(s) of Week: Time of Class: Length of Class: Semester: Tuition:
9th – 12th This class requires a high degree of reading, critical thinking, and writing abilities Wednesday 11:00 am - 12:30 pm ET 10 weeks Spring 2019 $300.00
Class Dates: Week of April 1 Week of April 8 Note: Week of April 22 we are off for Easter/Passover/Spring Break Week of April 29 Week of May 6 Week of May 13 Week of May 20 Week of May 27 (Yes, we have class on Memorial Day…. but classes ARE recorded for those who miss class) Week of June 3 Week of June 10 Make Up Week: Week of June 17
High School Credit: Instructor’s Name: Instructor’s Email: Instructor’s Skype: Instructor’s Phone: Office Hours:
.5-year Literature OR Elective HONORS for 9th or 10th graders Erin Forte-Froehling [email protected] Erin.Forte18 858-775-9841 By appointment
Description of Class: Who loves a good tragedy faced with family drama? If these Greek tragedies were staged today, they would be popular among all age groups! This course is the study of an introduction to Greek tragedy as a literary and ritual form through close readings of several Greek Tragedies. We will look at the ideas the tragedies convey, and study details of their staging, culminating in a detailed study and performance of an individual play. Reading will focus attention to poetic language, dramatic technique, and historical/ritual context. During this part of the course, the students will express themselves creatively and intuitively. Because of the dialogue nature of this class, students will need a functioning microphone. Class Approach: Each day, we will start with a timed creative opener. This allows students to clear their minds and focus on the class. We will then cover student questions from the reading or homework assignments. Discussion is next of the assigned chapters and readings for the week, including a lecture on the topics. Questions and discussion are encouraged. There will be weekly projects and written assignments, 3 journal assignments, a creative project, as well as a midterm and final paper. Goals: 1. Dive into the Greek world of history, drama, theater, religion, beliefs. 2. To understand, write and discuss the common elements of Greek tragedy. 3. Demonstrate the skills associated with the practice of literary criticism, including writing and formatting, research skills, and methods of analysis. 4. Visualize and determine how the drama/tragedy would appear into today’s society while discussing how it would affect us as human beings in our understanding of the world. Textbook: Any version will do Please make sure you can find these Greek Tragedies prior to signing up for the class. • Oedipus Rex • Antigone • Medea • Electra • The Bacchae
In addition, there will also be supplemental readings supplied by the instructor via PDF on the LMS. Additional Supplies/Resources Needed: • Headset and microphone, as this class requires discussion • Microsoft Word • Some assignments will have options for projects that would be easier photographed and sent in. For those access to a smartphone may be easiest. • Google Docs is great resource in sending writing assignments and papers. Requirements: I expect all assigned reading to be done prior to class. Come to class prepared to discuss what you’ve read with your teacher and classmates. Weekly Homework: Homework and reading will be about four hours a week, depending on the assigned reading. Homework Policy: All weekly assignments are due at the end of the week on Tuesday at midnight. Papers will be due on their due date. I will allow one late homework assignment without penalty, after that 5% will be taken off the total grade for each day late. I understand that sometimes life gets in the way, and I am willing to be flexible if you communicate with me ahead of time. If there are extenuating circumstances and your homework is going to be late, contact me at least 24 hours before it is due, and we will work something out. Additional Policies: This is a discussion-based class. I expect you to come prepared, ask questions, participate in the class, and be respectful towards your fellow students. Sometimes the material may be hard; I understand that. I am always available by email and often by phone or text. Make an appointment to meet with me or simply send an email at any time if you have questions or are confused. We will figure it out together, but I need to know you’re having trouble. I am available via Skype and Google Hangout! Evaluation: Attendance/Participation: Weekly discussion: Weekly assignments: Creative & Journal project:
10% of Grade 15% of Grade 15% of Grade 15% of Grade
Midterm paper: Final paper:
20 % of Grade 25 % of Grade
**NOTE: If you are planning on viewing the recordings of this class, please contact the instructor prior to registration so she can let you know how you can earn this credit. Grading Scale: 100-90: 89-80: 79-70: 69-60: 59 – 0:
A B C D F
Anticipated Weekly Course Schedule: Spring 2019 Week
Topic
Week 1
Introduction/Syllabus Author Profiles (covering the entire 10 weeks) Overview of Greek History and Philosophy
Week 2
Oedipus
Week 3
Oedipus Journal 1 Due
Week 4
Antigone
Week 5
Antigone and Electra Midterm Paper Due
Week 6
Medea and Electra Journal 2 Due
Week 7
Medea
Week 8
The Bacchae
Week 9
The Bacchae Journal 3 Due
Week
Topic
Week 10
Final Class / Wrap up / Final Discussion to be added to the Final Paper as part of the grade. Final Paper Due
Grades: Prerequisites: Day(s) of Week: Time of Class: Length of Class: Semester: Tuition:
9th – 12th This class requires a high degree of reading, critical thinking, and writing abilities Wednesday 11:00 am - 12:30 pm ET 10 weeks Spring 2019 $300.00
Class Dates: Week of April 1 Week of April 8 Note: Week of April 22 we are off for Easter/Passover/Spring Break Week of April 29 Week of May 6 Week of May 13 Week of May 20 Week of May 27 (Yes, we have class on Memorial Day…. but classes ARE recorded for those who miss class) Week of June 3 Week of June 10 Make Up Week: Week of June 17
High School Credit: Instructor’s Name: Instructor’s Email: Instructor’s Skype: Instructor’s Phone: Office Hours:
.5-year Literature OR Elective HONORS for 9th or 10th graders Erin Forte-Froehling [email protected] Erin.Forte18 858-775-9841 By appointment
Description of Class: Who loves a good tragedy faced with family drama? If these Greek tragedies were staged today, they would be popular among all age groups! This course is the study of an introduction to Greek tragedy as a literary and ritual form through close readings of several Greek Tragedies. We will look at the ideas the tragedies convey, and study details of their staging, culminating in a detailed study and performance of an individual play. Reading will focus attention to poetic language, dramatic technique, and historical/ritual context. During this part of the course, the students will express themselves creatively and intuitively. Because of the dialogue nature of this class, students will need a functioning microphone. Class Approach: Each day, we will start with a timed creative opener. This allows students to clear their minds and focus on the class. We will then cover student questions from the reading or homework assignments. Discussion is next of the assigned chapters and readings for the week, including a lecture on the topics. Questions and discussion are encouraged. There will be weekly projects and written assignments, 3 journal assignments, a creative project, as well as a midterm and final paper. Goals: 1. Dive into the Greek world of history, drama, theater, religion, beliefs. 2. To understand, write and discuss the common elements of Greek tragedy. 3. Demonstrate the skills associated with the practice of literary criticism, including writing and formatting, research skills, and methods of analysis. 4. Visualize and determine how the drama/tragedy would appear into today’s society while discussing how it would affect us as human beings in our understanding of the world. Textbook: Any version will do Please make sure you can find these Greek Tragedies prior to signing up for the class. • Oedipus Rex • Antigone • Medea • Electra • The Bacchae
In addition, there will also be supplemental readings supplied by the instructor via PDF on the LMS. Additional Supplies/Resources Needed: • Headset and microphone, as this class requires discussion • Microsoft Word • Some assignments will have options for projects that would be easier photographed and sent in. For those access to a smartphone may be easiest. • Google Docs is great resource in sending writing assignments and papers. Requirements: I expect all assigned reading to be done prior to class. Come to class prepared to discuss what you’ve read with your teacher and classmates. Weekly Homework: Homework and reading will be about four hours a week, depending on the assigned reading. Homework Policy: All weekly assignments are due at the end of the week on Tuesday at midnight. Papers will be due on their due date. I will allow one late homework assignment without penalty, after that 5% will be taken off the total grade for each day late. I understand that sometimes life gets in the way, and I am willing to be flexible if you communicate with me ahead of time. If there are extenuating circumstances and your homework is going to be late, contact me at least 24 hours before it is due, and we will work something out. Additional Policies: This is a discussion-based class. I expect you to come prepared, ask questions, participate in the class, and be respectful towards your fellow students. Sometimes the material may be hard; I understand that. I am always available by email and often by phone or text. Make an appointment to meet with me or simply send an email at any time if you have questions or are confused. We will figure it out together, but I need to know you’re having trouble. I am available via Skype and Google Hangout! Evaluation: Attendance/Participation: Weekly discussion: Weekly assignments: Creative & Journal project:
10% of Grade 15% of Grade 15% of Grade 15% of Grade
Midterm paper: Final paper:
20 % of Grade 25 % of Grade
**NOTE: If you are planning on viewing the recordings of this class, please contact the instructor prior to registration so she can let you know how you can earn this credit. Grading Scale: 100-90: 89-80: 79-70: 69-60: 59 – 0:
A B C D F
Anticipated Weekly Course Schedule: Spring 2019 Week
Topic
Week 1
Introduction/Syllabus Author Profiles (covering the entire 10 weeks) Overview of Greek History and Philosophy
Week 2
Oedipus
Week 3
Oedipus Journal 1 Due
Week 4
Antigone
Week 5
Antigone and Electra Midterm Paper Due
Week 6
Medea and Electra Journal 2 Due
Week 7
Medea
Week 8
The Bacchae
Week 9
The Bacchae Journal 3 Due
Week
Topic
Week 10
Final Class / Wrap up / Final Discussion to be added to the Final Paper as part of the grade. Final Paper Due
