Final Outcome
By the end of the 5-day workshop, participants will:
Understand the basics of chess, including board setup, piece movements, and rules.
Know basic opening principles and common opening moves.
Apply basic tactics and middlegame strategies.
Be proficient in essential endgame techniques.
Analyze their own games to identify and learn from mistakes.
Gain confidence in playing chess and participating in tournaments.
Receive a digital certificate of completion.
Additional Tips
Encourage daily practice and game review using online tools.
Provide positive and constructive feedback.
Foster a supportive and encouraging online environment for all skill levels.
Record key lessons and games for participants to review later.
This plan ensures that participants develop a comprehensive understanding of chess, from the basics to advanced strategies, culminating in a final tournament to showcase their skills and progress, all conducted through an online platform.
Chess (5 Days Workshop)
Introduction to Chess and Basic Moves
Objective:
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Understand the basics of chess, including the board, pieces, and how they move.
Activities:
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Introduction (Live Session): Overview of chess history and importance.
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Chess Board Setup: Learn the board layout, including coordinates (ranks and files).
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Piece Movements: Introduction to each piece (pawn, knight, bishop, rook, queen, king) and their movements.
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Basic Rules: Learn the rules of the game (check, checkmate, castling, en passant).
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Practice Game: Play simple games focusing on piece movements using online chess platforms.
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Homework: Practice setting up the board and moving pieces correctly using online tools.
Materials Needed:
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Chess.com or Lichess.org accounts for all participants
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PDF handouts on piece movements and basic rules
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