Exploring English: Shakespeare

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British Council via Futurelearn

Polish up your English skills by getting to know the endearing work of Shakespeare with Exploring English: Shakespeare by Future Learn.

Lavel

Beginner

Mode

Online

Duration

6 Weeks

Fees

Free

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based
Learning efforts 2 Hours Per Week

Course overview

The course of Exploring English: Shakespeare by Future Learn enables candidates to improve their English language skills by having insights on the work of William Shakespeare and his prominent work on novels as well as plays. The course will offer the candidates the opportunity to master the basics of English and detailed knowledge of the work of Shakespeare and his theatre plays as well as his written art forms. 

The course provides training by using different formats of teaching that are through plays and novels. The course will impart the knowledge of English language skills by revolving around the life of William Shakespeare and the aspects of his prominent work of art. Through this course, the candidates will be able to explore worldwide themes that Shakespeare labels in the work of his lifetime. The course will take the candidates through five theatre plays of Shakespeare involving actors and experts from around the globe.

The candidates will be guided throughout the course which will also involve phrases and sentences popularly used by Shakespeare in his work which he introduced to the English language. 

The highlights

  • 100% e-learning
  • Recognition from the British Council
  • Professional and academic accreditation
  • The course duration of 6 weeks
  • Certificate of completion provided by Future Learn 
  • 2 hours of the weekly study 
  • Programme supported by Shakespeare birthplace trust

Program offerings

  • Online learning
  • Quizzes
  • Video tutors

Course and certificate fees

Type of course

Free

Exploring English: Shakespeare Fee Details

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Limited access

Free
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₹770 /month

Buy this course

₹2,252
certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Futurelearn

certificate fees

₹2,252

Who it is for

The certified course of Exploring English: Shakespeare by Future Learn is recommended for:

  • People who want to enhance their English language skills are strongly suggested to apply in this course 
  • Candidates who wish to learn the basics of English and understand the introduction of phrases and sentences of William Shakespeare in the English language should pursue this course
  • The candidates who wish to learn and understand the literary work of Shakespeare his language and his legacy are recommended to apply to the course

Eligibility criteria

Education

To pursue the course of Exploring English: Shakespeare by Future Learn the candidates should be non-narrative English speakers and should have studied English till an intermediate level that is B1 on CEFR

Certification qualification details

The candidates will be eligible for course certification of Exploring English: Shakespeare by Future Learn after they have successfully completed the entire course. The candidates are required to either upgrade their course or purchase the unlimited version of the course in order to attain the certification.

What you will learn

Language skills Acting skills

After successfully completing the course of Exploring English: Shakespeare by Future Learn you will learn:

  • The candidates are able to improve their English language skills
  • The candidates will have a detailed knowledge of the popular works of Shakespeare 
  • This course will offer candidates with an extensive understanding of various aspects of Shakespeare’s inspiration for introducing various phrases in the English language
  • Through this course, the candidates will be able to explore the life and works of William Shakespeare
  • The candidates will research five of Shakespeare’s most popular works and the concepts he addressed in his artwork.
  • This course will help candidates in finding the reflection of phrases and expressions that William Shakespeare introduced into the English language
  • The candidates will be able to understand the comprehend the topics in a better way through the plays involving the best actors from around the world
  • Through this course, the candidates will be able to learn the endearing story of Romeo and Juliet through the theatre plays of Shakespeare 
  • The candidates will be able to understand the methods of applying Shakespeare’s idioms in real life
  • The candidates will learn about the facts of Shakespeare’s life and using his English in everyday English 

The syllabus

Romeo and Juliet

Hamlet

Much Ado About Nothing

The Tempest

Macbeth

Admission details

Mentioned below are the admission details for the course of Exploring English: Shakespeare by Future Learn. The candidates are advised to follow the steps given below to enrol in the course:

Step 1: Firstly, it is essential to click the programme URL: https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/explore-english-shakespeare/7/todo

Step 2: Once they land on the programme page, they will be required to check the registration page 

Step 3: The candidates need to register by filling in the details like email id and password to create their account with Future Learn

Step 4: Once the candidates create their account, they can choose their course

Step 5: The candidates will land on the course page where they can access the course as well as track their daily performance.

How it helps

The course of Exploring English: Shakespeare by Future Learn has a unique course curriculum which aims at improving the candidate’s English language skills with the help of some of the most prominent work of Shakespeare and his life inspirations. This course is a great opportunity for those who want to enhance their skills in the English language by understanding the phrases and sentences Shakespeare introduced In the English language.

Through this course, the candidates will have an elaborate understanding of the English language. The course will go through five different plays of Shakespeare with the best actors and experts from around the world which will make the learning process interactive and the candidates will gain the knowledge of all the basics of Shakespearean English through these plays. The candidates will get video tutors to guide them through these plays and assist them in getting the knowledge of phrases, words, and sentences used in the plays which Shakespeare established in the English language.

The course will tutor the candidates about the life and work of Shakespeare along with his life inspiration and his contribution to the English language. The plays mentioned in the course curriculum will benefit the candidates as it will help them in understanding the universal subject matters mentioned in his life work.

With this course, the candidates will be able to master the English language skills and get a detailed knowledge of themes addressed by Shakespeare through his work and plays, and will also help them understand Shakespeare’s life and his inspiring work.

FAQs

Is it compulsory to purchase the course or it can be pursued without any cost?

The candidates can pursue the course Exploring English: Shakespeare by Future Learn free of cost. The candidates have the facility of upgrading their course to unlimited as well. If the candidates wish to attain certification, they are required to pay a certain amount for the course.

What are the methods of teaching used in the course?

The course follows a unique method of training which enables the candidates with better learning. This course will go through five different plays of Shakespeare with the best actors and experts from around the world. 

How can I apply for a scholarship for this course?

There is no information provided in regard to scholarship facilities for the course of Exploring English: Shakespeare by Future Learn.

Does the course provide the facility of doubt resolving sessions?

The candidates will be provided with short quizzes to improve their understanding of the topics, a video tutor will guide the candidates through the course which will help them comprehend the concepts better.

What are the prior requirements to pursue the course of Exploring English: Shakespeare by Future Learn?

There are no definite pre-requisites for the course. The candidates should be non-native English speakers and should have studied English up to the intermediate level that is B1 on CEFR.

What kind of approach does the course follow?

The follows the approach of 100% online learning which the candidates can access from anywhere in the world as per their convenience.

What is the length of Exploring English: Shakespeare by Future Learn course?

The course has a duration of 6 weeks.

Do I have to appear for any examination to attain the certificate for the course?

To obtain the certificate for the course candidates will have to either upgrade their course or purchase the unlimited version of the course. There are no details given about the exam for certification.

What are the admission requirements for the course of Exploring English: Shakespeare by Future Learn?

There are no specific admission requirements for the course, the candidates have to register themselves and choose the course along with any of the three versions that are free, upgrade, or unlimited after which they will be able to access the course without any hassle.

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