A free online course- Exploring English: Shakespeare. Improve your English language skills by looking at the life and works of William Shakespeare and his enduring popularity (starts on 11th January, 2016).
About the Course:
This free online course will look at the life and works of William Shakespeare and take you from his Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon to the Globe Theatre in London, from where he secured his central place in English literature.
We will look at five of Shakespeare’s plays with the help of actors and experts from around the world. They will explain and explore the universal themes Shakespeare addressed in his work. The plays are: Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, Much Ado About Nothing, The Tempest and Macbeth.
The video tutor will guide you through the course and look at some of the words and expressions that Shakespeare introduced to the English language. Short quizzes will check your understanding and you’ll be asked to share your ideas and opinions on the topics Shakespeare raises.
Requirements:
This course is for people who are learning English and interested in the language and legacy of William Shakespeare. The material is designed for non-native English speakers who have studied English to around intermediate level (approximately B1 on the CEFR).
Where and What Time the Courses will Start:
Courses start at midnight on Mondays (00:00 UTC) on the day shown on the course page. Once a course has started, you will be able to access the course material and study at any time that suits you. You don’t need to be online at the same time as the lead educator or other students. https://about.futurelearn.com/about/faq/?category=course-sign-up-and-completion#faq2250
Where and What Time the Courses will Start:
Courses start at midnight on Mondays (00:00 UTC) on the day shown on the course page. Once a course has started, you will be able to access the course material and study at any time that suits you. You don’t need to be online at the same time as the lead educator or other students. https://about.futurelearn.com/about/faq/?category=course-sign-up-and-completion#faq2250
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