Shakespeare: Teaching Resources

From the British Library -- "Discovering Literature is a free online learning resource that provides unprecedented access to the Library’s unique literary and historical collections. This phase of the project explores the works of Shakespeare and Renaissance writers in relation to the social, political and cultural context in which they were written, and examines the ways in which these plays and poems have been transformed and interpreted over the last four centuries. Through a diverse range of collection items, including rare printed books, unique contemporary manuscripts, annotated play-scripts, playbills, pamphlets, maps, photographs and paintings, the site gives users new insights into the images and ideas that shaped these writers' imaginations and that reflect their legacy. Users can also view over 100 articles by leading scholars and explore a range of teachers’ notes."

Featuring scenes in performance and rehearsal, plus explanations of key terms used in Shakespeare's language.

Collection of images from ArtSTOR database.

From the Folger Shakespeare Library, "William Shakespeare and his works are woven throughout our global culture, from theater, music, and films to new scholarship, education, amazing discoveries, and more. In the Folger's Shakespeare Unlimited podcast, Shakespeare opens a window into topics ranging from the American West, to the real history of Elizabethan street fighting, to interviews with Shakespearean stars. As you'll hear, he turns up in surprising places, too—including outer space. Join us for a "no limits" tour of the connections between Shakespeare, his works, and our world."

A guide to resources about Shakespeare's Folios. Used in past class visits to see the Folios in Special Collections.