A Writing Class for Teens: Ongoing & Weekly : General Ed or Struggling Writers
In this ongoing weekly class ( for general education or struggling writers ), teen students will work on at least one writing related activity each week. We will work on short or timed response, literary devices, poetry, organizers, etc.!
Mrs. Kelly
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(39)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
This ongoing weekly class will include direct instruction and/or modeled instruction for students to create at least one separate writing activity each week. This is a class for students at or near (struggling writers) the general education type level curriculum in writing. Each student will work at their own pace during each one hour class. As the teacher, I will provide direct instruction, feedback/encouragement, and I will model writing via a document camera during class. Since each class will include a separate writing related activity, we will be able to explore a number of topics, techniques, and general practice as the weeks continue on. We will plan to cover separate topics each week that may include short response writing; writing steps/organization of thoughts for writing; timed writing response practice; visualizing written descriptions, expository style; descriptive writing; narrative writing; sensory words; dialogue in writing; using literary devices; using graphic organizers for writing; using mind maps for writing; creative writing; writing structures; exploring/practicing modeled writing examples; and poetry practice. Students will have the choice of individually typing in their examples (within the zoom session) for feedback, writing on paper (if they would like to share on camera or take a photo/scan of their writing), or utilize google docs (this option requires a google account) to type and share their writing in real time with the teacher (via a google docs link). This class will have a break around Christmas. Please check out the materials sections below to see what will be needed for this class. Any handouts will be available before the day of each of the classes for you to print out. My teaching style is one of creativity and patience. I am a certified high school general education language arts and special education language arts teacher. I have experience working with a variety of learners. I look forward to your child joining this class!
Learning Goals
Students will work towards improving their writing skills through general practice, learning techniques, modeled writing activities, and experimenting with various ways of organizing writing ideas.
Other Details
Supply List
pencil, looseleaf paper, highlighter, colored pencils, (any handouts that need to be printed out will be available at least the day before each class)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined August, 2020
4.9
39reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello, I'm Mrs. Kelly! I teach a variety of fine art, language arts, science, and special education/struggling learner classes on Outschool! I have been been teaching and tutoring for 14 years now. I received my postgraduate education and teaching experiences in both the United States and the United Kingdom. I have had great success with my students, ranging from elementary school to university level, and non-traditional students. I have taught students in general education and students that receive special education services. One of my greatest strengths is finding creative approaches to enable all students to progress in their learning.
I have been teaching since 2006. In various teaching and support capacities, I have worked for educational businesses, educational non-profits, in public schools, and at a University. I am a certified art teacher (elementary through high school). My current certifications include art, language arts, science, K-8 social studies, elementary education, and special education. I truly believe in my students. I leave room for my students to surpass all expectations that anyone has ever had for them. I love to support and congratulate my students along their learning journey.
My education includes a Bachelors Degree in Fine Art from Atlanta College of Art. I spent time studying abroad in France. I spent a semester creating art and studying in New York City during my undergrad time. I completed a postgraduate course in experimental video in Owega, New York. I received my Master's of Arts (Fine Art) degree from the University for Creative Arts in the United Kingdom. Upon returning to the USA, I completed all of my postgraduate coursework in special education (at Piedmont College in Georgia) and gained my public school teaching certifications. I have exhibited my own painting, drawing, sculpture, and collage artworks around the world. I have received a number of education and exhibition awards, including the Gene Alcott Award.
On a more personal note, I spend my time outside of teaching practicing yoga, learning French, traveling, researching a variety of topics, visiting parks, watching films, reading books, photographing nature scenes/animals, and creating artworks.
I look forward to seeing your child in class, and I can't wait to have the privilege of teaching them!Reviews
Live Group Class
$16
weekly1x per week
60 min
Completed by 63 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-9 learners per class
