Key takeaways
To understand quotations that reveal character.
To link these quotations to key themes.
To use subject terminology.
Host: As an experienced secondary English teacher, I have taught GCSE and A-Level English (Language and Literature), Media Studies, Extended Project Qualification, Critical Thinking and Drama in a wide range of educational settings in London and Surrey (outstanding secondary schools, academies and a further education college). I am also been involved in motivating students through extracurricular activities inside and outside of school. Additionally, I have a certificate in Life Coaching.
Candy is the swamper (otherwise known as the cleaner) in 'Of Mice and Men'. In this class, students will examine Candy in 'Of Mice and Men' and look at quotations that reveal character, link said quotations to key themes, and use them to understand subject terminology. This class is aimed at students in Years 10 - 11 who are studying 'Of Mice and Men' and want a better understanding of the novella.
In the series: Slim in 'Of Mice and Men', Curley in 'Of Mice and Men', George in 'Of Mice and Men'
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Safeguarding reminder:The safety of your child is of the utmost importance. All of our classes are pre-recorded to remove any concerns around live participation. For reruns of our past live classes, students' webcams and microphones were disabled and only the chat history, if participation was requested, is visible.
Suitable for:
This class is suitable for students in Years 10 - 11.
Class requirements:
You will need a laptop or device with internet connection to watch the class, as well as a pen and notepad for taking notes.
What to expect:
- This class will take place online via a Zoom webinar.
- For live classes, please arrive promptly. Students' cameras and microphones are disabled by default.
- For on demand classes, students will be watching a recording of a previous live class.
- Once you have signed up, you will be taken to your dashboard where you can view details of the class, and re-watch it in the future.
- Students will be sent confirmation of the class to their email address if provided.