This class should be perfect for people with some experience playing chess, though you should be able to catch on quickly even if you have never played the game before. We will explore opening principles, essential middlegame ideas, and various endgame patterns. At the end of class, students will be able to participate in a tournament to practice their skills.
Topic |
Class Recording |
Lecture Notes and Homework |
Date |
1. Review of Fundamentals |
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06/21 |
2. Tactics |
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06/28 |
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3. Basic Piece Checkmates |
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07/05 |
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4. Minor Pieces |
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07/12 |
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5. Pawn Endgames |
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07/19 |
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6. Space |
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07/26 |
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7. Attacking |
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08/02 |
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8. Positional Weaknesses |
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08/16 |
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9. Advanced Tactics |
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08/23 |
10. In-Class Tournament |
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08/30 |