These lessons are focused on unwrapping the genius of William Golding in his masterwork, 'Lord of the Flies.' Students are encouraged to contribute to free debate and perfect their writing style.
This is a ten-lesson course on William Golding's 'Lord of The Flies,' which is often rated as one of literature's greatest prizes. Containing important themes such as war, power, mob mentality and human savagery, Golding's novel was originally a response to the rise of Nazism. However, 'Lord of the Flies' consistently resonates with the modern political climate as Golding's themes are, in fact, timeless and universal. The conflict between the civilising instinct and the barbarizing instinct that exists in all human beings will always impact universal human nature. So, whilst an energetic, dynamic, playful and dangerous story; it also makes significant social, political and psychological commentary. The programme will go through the novel, chapter by chapter (students are required to read between the sessions). The sessions will then analyse the chapters, looking at themes, language, symbols and motifs. The sessions will be concluded with a lesson on possible essay topics to frame a group discussion. Students will also be provided with digital handouts and a digital copy of the novel. Students may also wish to participate in a combination course: 'Utopias and Dystopias: A Comparison of 'Lord of the Flies' and 'Animal Farm''. This separate lesson series will give students a chance to study these iconic pieces of literature side-by-side.
Course Content
10 LESSONS
10 HOURS Total Length
Lesson 1
Chapters One - Two: The Sound of the Shell and Fire on the Mountain
60 minutes
Lesson 2
Chapter Three: Huts on the Beach
60 minutes
Lesson 3
Chapter Four: Painted Faces and Long Hair
60 minutes
Lesson 4
Chapters Five - Six: Beast from Water and Beast from Air
60 minutes
Lesson 5
Chapter Seven: Shadows and Tall Trees
60 minutes
Lesson 6
Chapter Eight: Gift for the Darkness
60 minutes
Lesson 7
Chapter Nine: A View to a Death
60 minutes
Lesson 8
Chapters Ten - Eleven: The Shell, the Glasses and Castle Rock
60 minutes
Lesson 9
Chapter Twelve: Cry of the Hunters
60 minutes
Lesson 10
Analysis of 'Lord of the Flies'
60 minutes
Key Skills
Discussion
Forming Opinions
Debating
Critical Thinking
Educator
Sophia P
Drama Specialist
Sophia is as passionate about the arts as she is about her students' education. As many of the subjects she teaches are connected to her industry work, she is able to constantly engage her students to the highest level.
