Ace the Cards: Master the Intricate Art of Tarot Reading
As a certified secondary education teacher with a deep passion for the esoteric arts, I created this guide to offer an engaging and structured approach to learning tarot. The curriculum is meticulously designed, blending expert guidance with educational strategies and filled with articles, worksheets, and exercises to ensure a thorough understanding of tarot.
"Ace the Cards" offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes both a textbook/workbook with individualized lessons and a virtual class available on Udemy, a leading online learning platform.
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Course Highlights
Tarot Foundations and History: Dive into the origins of divinatory playing cards, recognize pivotal figures in Tarot's evolution, and gain insights into the Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot Deck. Explore The Fool's archetype across mythology and philosophy.
Major Arcana Study: Understand the Major Arcana as a narrative of life stages. Explore its chronological structure, meanings, and commonalities. Learn to interpret The Fool in various contexts and utilize Major Arcana-only spreads.
Minor Arcana Examination: Grasp the elemental manifestations of suit progressions, analyze story arcs within suits, and uncover themes and significance of cards from Ace to 10.
Court Cards and Elemental Understanding: Match personality traits with Court Cards, recognize elemental associations, and delve into the dual elemental aspects of court tarot cards.
Mastering Tarot Reading Techniques: Develop skills to interpret cards using traditional meanings, apply holistic interpretations, and understand medium-sized spreads. Analyze card interactions, offer guidance through hands-on practice, and innovate personalized spreads.
Symbolism and Interpretation Deciphering: Investigate Tarot's symbolism, interpret 3-card spreads, master Benebell Wen's W.I.N.D. method for reversed cards, and recognize astrological, elemental, and Hermetic associations.
Personal Growth through Tarot: Harness Tarot for personal growth, decision-making, and empowerment, reinforcing its role as a tool for clarity.
Esoteric and Philosophical Connections: Delve into The Fool's symbolism, grasp Helena Blavatsky's "septenary principle," and explore the interconnectedness of Tarot with theosophy and esoteric traditions.
Designed for both novice readers and experienced practitioners, this online course delves into the rich history, symbolism, and practical application of Tarot reading. Join us in "Ace the Cards" to unlock the profound wisdom and insights that Tarot offers, empowering you to read and interpret the cards with confidence and depth.
The Virtual Companion Course
Visual and Auditory Learning: Videos cater to visual and auditory learners by presenting information in a dynamic and engaging way. They can help simplify complex concepts through animations, demonstrations, and storytelling.
Self-paced Learning: Learners can watch videos at their own pace, pausing and replaying as needed, which accommodates different learning speeds and styles.
Interactive Activities: These activities reinforce the material presented in videos, providing opportunities for practical application and self-assessment.
The Collaborative Learning Community
Peer Learning: The collaborative learning community allows learners to interact with peers, share knowledge, and learn from each other's experiences and perspectives.
Support and Motivation: Being part of a community fosters a sense of belonging and support, which can be highly motivating. Learners are more likely to stay engaged and committed to their studies when they feel part of a group.
Diverse Perspectives: Exposure to diverse viewpoints and problem-solving approaches enhances critical thinking and broadens understanding.
Ongoing Interaction: Continuous interaction within the community helps reinforce learning, as learners discuss and apply concepts in various contexts over time.
My journey with this textbook began in late 2012 when I joined a tarot study group led by Dr. Mouton, a psychologist and certified elementary teacher, whose psychological perspective greatly influenced my understanding and appreciation of tarot. By 2016, I was ready to teach a tarot class and collaborated with Dr. Mouton to develop a curriculum for Beginners and Intermediate courses. What started as an 18-week beginner course expanded into a 48-week program due to growing interest. Our group studied works by tarot experts such as Mary K. Greer, Barbara Moore, and Benebell Wen.
Over the years, as I continued to teach various tarot courses, I continuously refined the lessons and activities. Each new class provided valuable insights, allowing me to enhance the curriculum and improve teaching methods. The consistent evolution of the course material ensured it remained engaging, effective, and up-to-date with the latest developments in tarot studies. This ongoing process of refinement has made "Ace the Cards" a well-rounded, interactive guide that adapts to the needs of learners, offering a dynamic and comprehensive approach to mastering the art of tarot reading.
The book starts with the basics and progressively delves into more advanced aspects of tarot reading. Each chapter builds upon the previous one, forming a solid foundation for beginners while offering opportunities for deeper insights for advanced learners. The interactive worksheets and exercises make this book a hands-on learning experience, encouraging readers to practice and apply their knowledge from the very start. With a focus on mastery and retention, "Ace the Cards" employs pedagogical concepts like spiraling, allowing students to revisit and reinforce previous topics.
In addition to the textbook and virtual course, there is a vibrant learning community available through a dedicated Facebook group. This group provides a space for students to interact with others, share experiences, and cooperatively learn, creating a blended learning environment that enhances the overall educational experience.
The textbook sold separately on Amazon
Comprehensive Coverage: The textbook serves as a detailed resource, offering in-depth explanations and additional context that might not be covered in videos or workshops.
Structured Learning: Tasks and exercises in the textbook provide a structured approach to learning, guiding learners through the material step-by-step and ensuring they grasp fundamental concepts before moving on to more advanced topics.
Reference Material: It acts as a valuable reference that learners can revisit whenever they need to review specific topics.
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