The Gothic Genius of Edgar Allan Poe: Stories and Poems

The Gothic Genius of Edgar Allan Poe: Stories and Poems course delves deeply into Poe's short stories and poems exploring his complete works. This course will examine the thematic richness, psychological depth, and skillful use of language of one of America's most influential literary figures. Through close reading, Socratic discussions, and creative assignments, students will uncover the literary techniques and thematic elements that make Poe's work timeless.

This course will investigate Poe's complex artistry that distinguishes his writing. It will offer a deep dive of selected works, uncovering his creative genius and his profound impact on the literary world. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of his literary legacy and appreciation of his literary mastery.

Students will:
·      Develop a deep understanding of Poe's skill and his unique talent for creating emotion and tension.
·      Explore how Poe's distinctive storytelling methods influence American Gothic literature.
·      Engage in meaningful conversations about the psychological and philosophical elements found in Poe's works.
·      Explore the themes of mortality and madness that are central to Poe's writing.
·      Examine how Poe employs narrative structure, language, and symbolism to build suspense and evoke horror.
·      Explore Poe's innovative narrative structures, distinctive language, and rich symbolism.
·      Examine Poe's innovative use of literary methods, such as first-person storytelling and complex symbolism.

Complete Stories and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe
Three Subject Divided Spiral Notebook

Pres. Maria Koulianos

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Presbytera Maria Koulianos, Principal, has been an educator for over 25 years, loving every minute, with vast experiences in both public and private schools as a classroom teacher, a developer and implementer of learning programs for students, and an area administrator. She earned her bachelor of science in education from Indiana University with certifications in elementary education, 7/8 non-departmental, language arts 1–9, and computer education K–12. She holds a master of divinity and a master of theology from Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Brookline, Massachusetts, where she wrote her thesis, “The Annunciation of the Theotokos from a Liturgical Perspective.” Presbytera Maria and her husband, Father Dionysios, live in the greater Springfield area where he is the Dean of Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Springfield, MA. As an educator, she hopes to inspire her students to love literature and become lifelong learners. As principal, she is a servant-leader who is charged with building a community that supports students and parents striving for Orthodox restful classical education.

Computer: You will need a stable, reliable computer, running with a processor with a speed of 1 GHz or better on one of the following operating systems: Mac OS X with Mac OS 10.7 or later; Windows 8, 7, Vista (with SP1 or later), or XP (with SP3 or later). We do not recommend using an iPad or other tablet for joining classes. An inexpensive laptop or netbook would be much better solutions, as they enable you to plug an Ethernet cable directly into your computer. Please note that Chromebooks are allowed but not preferred, as they do not support certain features of the Zoom video conference software such as breakout sessions and annotation, which may be used by our teachers for class activities.

High-Speed Internet Connection: You will also need access to high-speed Internet, preferably accessible via Ethernet cable right into your computer. Using Wi-Fi may work, but will not guarantee you the optimal use of your bandwidth. The faster your Internet, the better. We recommend using a connection with a download/upload speed of 5/1 Mbps or better. You can test your Internet connection here.

Webcam: You may use an external webcam or one that is built in to the computer. Webcam Recommendations: Good (PC only) | Best (Mac and PC)

Headset: We recommend using a headset rather than a built-in microphone and speakers. Using a headset reduces the level of background noise heard by the entire class. Headset Recommendations: USB | 3.5mm

Zoom: We use a web conferencing software called Zoom for our classes, which enables students and teachers to gather from around the globe face to face in real time. Zoom is free to download and easy to use. To download Zoom:

Visit zoom.us/download.
Click to download the first option listed, Zoom Client for Meetings.
Open and run the installer on your computer.
In August, students will be provided with instructions and a link for joining their particular class.

Scanner: In this class, students frequently submit homework assignments by scanning pages from their workbooks. Students and/or their parents should have easy access to a scanner and the ability to use it.

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