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Description
Dante's divine comedy is considered to be one of the greatest literary works of the Middle Ages. It is divided into three books - Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise. Dante describes in the first person his travel through the three realms. His guide through Hell and purgatory is the poet Virgil. Their journey through Hell begins on Good Friday, where they begin the descent into the depths of Hell and ends with their escape from Hell on Easter Sunday. The second part of the divine comedy is Purgatory, which describes their climb up the Mount of Purgatory, which consists of nine levels. Dante learns things about himself in each level which change him into a different and better man, enabling him to begin the ascent to Heaven. In book three, titled Paradise, Dante is guided by his beloved Beatrice. In this book he continues his search for spiritual enlightenment, which he finally experiences in the presence of God. A glossary is included with the first book. Included in the second and third books are notes, a glossary, appendices, diagrams, and suggestions for further reading. The introduction and translation are by Dorothy L. Sayers. The third book's translation was finished by Barbara Reynolds after the Sayers' death in 1957. 346 pgs, 388 pgs and 400 pgs, respectively, pb. – Stephanie A.
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.