9th (or 10th) Grade English: Intro to Writing Essays - With Teacher Feedback
In this six-week course, students learn essay composition basics. My classes aim to help struggling writers improve literacy, build confidence, and practice accountability. Writing is hard, but it doesn't have to be stressful or boring!
Mr. Conway - Certified Teacher: ELA, ESL, & TESOL
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(114)
What's included
6 live meetings
5 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will write their rough draft essays outside of class. A different task will be assigned each week.Letter Grade
I can give a grade for the individual assignments and class average.Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 10
Is your teen struggling with ELA? Avoiding writing assignments? Failing test essays? I am here to help! This six-week course is designed to help students learn to overcome the stress, anxiety, and frustration that comes with responding to reading excerpts and writing school essays. Students will complete weekly in-class writing assignments, one rough draft essay, and one final draft essay. Students will learn how to analyze a literature excerpt, write detailed paragraphs, construct strong thesis statements, hook readers with compelling introductions, and compose effective conclusions. Students will also learn my secrets to passing the test essay and how to overcome "Blank Page Stress." More importantly, this class will help your young scholar learn how to write and communicate confidently. This course covers grammar, style, and proper MLA formatting, ensuring that students not only write clearly but also present their work professionally. In addition to core writing skills, the course emphasizes comprehension and analysis skills. Mr. Conway will provide personalized feedback on all finished final draft essays. Letter grades in the class and on the final draft are available upon request.
Learning Goals
Students will learn basic essay structure.Students will review basic grammar.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Essay Structure
We will learn basic essay components and the Four Square outline and T.E.D.L. paragraph structure! Then we will loosen up so we can brainstorm! 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Body Paragraphs + Thesis Statement + Adding Details
We will analyze and practice body paragraph structure. Then, we will learn about the purpose of thesis statements! We will expand our body paragraphs by adding details and compose a complete thesis statement. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Writing Effective Introductions + The Hook
We will analyze effective introductions and attempt to write a hook and a bridge to complete our introduction paragraphs. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Writing Effective Conclusions+ Grammar and Style in Expository Essays
We will review grammar and sentence structure rules. Then, we will review our essays for grammar and sentence structure mistakes. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
I am not SPED or Dyslexia certified. However, I have 9 years working with students who have unique learning needs and individualized learning plans. I am also ESL certified and happy to work with English language learners.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2020
4.9
114reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas teacher certified in ELA (English Language Arts) and ESL (English as a Second Language)Reviews
Live Group Course
$26
weekly1x per week, 6 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
3-8 learners per class
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