The Charleston Library Society is pleased to offer a one-hour Graduate Professional Development course entitled “Shakespeare: Books and Screens.” Taught by Dr. Kay Smith (Professor Emerita at the College of Charleston), the Library will offer a hands-on learning opportunity for area secondary school educators (including English, theater, history, and science teachers) and members of the Library Society.
This course, offered through the College of Charleston’s School of Education, was originally formulated to guide teachers in creating lesson plans and assignments that link their teaching of Shakespeare and his era in the classroom to the resources of the Igoe Shakespeare Collection and CLS. The revised goal of the course remains the same, but is broadened to offer a meaningful learning opportunity to non-teachers as well. All participants will learn more about the Library’s history, the collections (with particular emphasis on the Igoe Shakespeare Collection), and will visit the Bindery for a workshop during one of their sessions. Classes will meet at the Charleston Library Society on select days from June 9 to June 18, 2026
Thanks to a generous donation from the Igoe family, the course pricing has been limited to only $50 per participant.
The class will meet at the Charleston Library Society on select days from June 9th through the 18th. CLICK HERE for a short course description and schedule. Class size is limited to ten participants, of which several are reserved for teachers. Expectations for non-teacher participants will be adjusted according to the makeup of the class. Be assured that it will be a fun and intellectually engaging time!
Teachers: Teacher-participants will be encouraged to share their experiences with the Igoe Collection either through field trips or in their class instruction. Registered teachers will each receive a one-year membership to the Charleston Library Society. Parking vouchers will be provided for nearby garages, though the availability of parking spaces cannot be guaranteed. Please follow this link to complete pre-registration before sending your payment.