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RSC Activity Toolkit: Othello ActivityRSC Activity Toolkit: Othello Activity
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Royal Shakespeare Company
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10th - 12th
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RSC Activity Toolkit: Othello

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Jealousy, betrayal, revenge! Hello, content! The Royal Shakespeare Company's Othello toolkit is a must-have for any in-depth study of one of Shakespeare's most famous tragedies. The 25-page packet is divided into 20 sections, each examining a different aspect of the play, be it the setup, the plot, the main characters, the language, or specific scenes.

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othello, dramatic plays, tragedies, william shakespeare, tragic heroes

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english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • The resource is appropriate for in-class or remote learning

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  • Class members require computers with internet access as well as printed copies of the play
  • Set aside extra prep time to explore the wealth of materials in the toolkit and to determine those activities appropriate for your classroom

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  • Each of the 20 sections includes links to related materials, film clips, activities, and teacher notes

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