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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Publisher's Description of Othello (Oxford School Shakespeare)
Oxford School Shakespeare is a best-selling series ideal for both in-class teaching and independent revision.This edition of Oxford School Shakespeare: Othello provides clear notes and explanations, plus a range of illustrations and reading lists. Features
Full, unabridged version of the popular Shakespeare play, ideal for contextual reading and thorough exam preparation.
Outlines common themes explored when studying Othello's character, including his ill-fated marriage with Desdemona, Othello as the tragic hero and Othello as a victim of trickery and racial prejudice.
Encourage instant comprehension with clear notes and commentaries giving detailed explanations of difficult words and passages.
Photographs from theatre productions offer alternative interpretations and staging ideas.
A highly accessible two-column format makes reference-checking and explanations easy and more immediate.
Serious about Shakespeare? This series from Oxford University Press contains the complete and unabridged plays with many other great features. Each book begins with a discussion of the theme of the play. Characters are introduced, and a summary of the story by act and scene is provided. The bulk of the book is devoted to the play itself. Line-by-line interpretations in the margins explain what is happening throughout the play and define words or phrases in modern-day terms. These interpretations are helpful for the modern reader. Approximately 10 pages of teaching suggestions include topics for discussion, activity ideas, suggested essay topics, and more. These are intended for classroom teacher use or for self-study; no answers are included. This is a great series for students who want to read original Shakespeare but struggle with the tough language. "All the world's a stage..."
