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GCSE English Course Online: A Christmas Carol - Characters
Group Class Schedule
- Monday -Thursday 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
- one hour
- 17th February - 20th February
Synopsis
During this GCSE English course online, the lessons will explore each of the characters of ‘A Christmas Carol’. The main character is Scrooge, so during a lesson, students will delve deeper into Scrooge. In addition, students will discover how each of the character’s views on Christmas have shaped their personalities. Also, the lessons will focus on the use of writing techniques that Dicken implemented for the novella. Then, students will explore the development of the writing techniques used such as symbolism and Imagery in ‘A Christmas Carol.’ In each lesson there will be questions and quizzes to help the student retain the knowledge of the course.
Course Details
Day/Week 1
In this lesson, students will explore the character of Scrooge. How influences such as his past and Marley had an impact on him. Also, students will look at the character of Jacob Marley. How his ghost has come to warn Scrooge about his fate.
Day/Week 2
Students will explore the character of Fred ‘Scrooge’s nephew’. How his character is the complete opposite to his uncle. Then, we will delve into the ghost of Christmas past, present and Christmas of yet to come. How each one helped to re-shape Scrooge.
Day/Week 3
Following on from last week, students will explore Bob Cratchit and his family. How Dickens uses these characters to demonstrate love regardless of wealth. Also, how the family helped Scrooge’s character.
Day/Week 4
Finally, students will look at techniques such as structure and narrative. How Dickens uses this writing technique to drive the story. Then, students will look at symbolism and Imagery in the novella. How this relates to social responsibility.
Schedule Your Group Session
All courses will have no more than 8 students. Each small group course is designed for a particular level and subject. This is ideal for students who would rather learn with others. Each session is £15 per session.
Schedule Your 1:1 Session
We conduct our 1-2-1 sessions over Zoom, Google Meet, Learncube, etc. Students can book for 1-2-1 session.
Sarah O
An experienced tutor with an MSc in Forensic Psychological Studies and a BA (Hons) in Arts and Humanities (Creative Writing and English Language). I also have a level 5 diploma in teaching English as a Foreign Language.
Contact Details
- 01446 484262
- info@online-tutoring.co.uk
Please select the class you are interested in and book your place to avoid disappointment. If you have any questions, please email us at info@online-tutoring.uk or phone us on
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Schedule Your 1:1 Session
- Click the ‘book your place’ button.
- Fill out the form.
- Then a payment link will be sent to you.
- Once payment has been received, you will be sent a ‘Zoom’ link so you can join the class.
