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ACT English and Reading: The Ultimate Prep Experience (4 Week Course)

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Ages 13-17
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Boost your ACT English and Reading scores with our ultimate prep course! This course will unlock the test by offering practical strategies and expert guidance to help your student ace the ACT English and Reading sections.
Average rating:
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Number of reviews:
(11 reviews)

Live video meetings
2x per week, 4 weeks
2-12 learners per class
55 min

What's included

8 live meetings
7 hrs 20 mins in-class hours
Homework
2-4 hours per week. Students will receive homework after each session to reinforce the skills covered in the lesson. This homework will include both skills drills that are tied to the week’s topic and at least 2 full length practice exams.
Assessment
If requested, I will provide a student with a detailed breakdown of their strengths and weaknesses. This will include actionable “next steps” that they can use to focus their review methods.

Class Experience

US Grade 9 - 12
Intermediate Level
Join "Ace the ACT English & Reading: The Ultimate Prep Experience" to enhance your reading comprehension, grammar skills, and vocabulary knowledge, all critical for acing the ACT. Each week, we will focus on different aspects of the ACT English and Reading sections, breaking down complex concepts into manageable lessons. Tailored for students aged 13-17, this course not only prepares you for the ACT but also boosts your overall language proficiency and confidence.

What Will Be Taught?

Every class is a new journey through the essential components of the ACT English and Reading sections. We will cover:
•	Critical reading strategies for comprehension and analysis.
•	Key grammar rules and how to apply them.
•	Vocabulary building through context and word roots.
•	Practice with real ACT questions and passages.
•	Test-taking strategies to maximize your score.

Class Structure:

This class is designed to be both educational and engaging. We will meet once a week for 55 minutes with each session dedicated to a specific theme. Classes will include:

•	Real text analysis, ensuring vocabulary and grammar learning is connected to authentic uses.
•	Interactive discussions, where students can share their insights and demonstrate their understanding.
•	Games and quizzes to solidify learning and add a fun twist to mastering the ACT content.
•	Video clips to provide real-world applications and deepen understanding of word usage and grammar.

Teaching Style and Interaction: 

My teaching approach is interactive and exploratory. I believe in bringing the world of high stakes test prep to life through dynamic discussions, engaging activities, and thoughtful exercises.

Learning Goals

Identify and Analyze Textual Evidence: Learn to find and interpret evidence within reading passages to support your answers effectively.
Infer Word Meanings from Context: Master strategies to deduce the meanings of unfamiliar words based on the context in which they appear, enhancing vocabulary and comprehension skills

Syllabus

8 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Mastering Command of Evidence: Textual
 Learn how to identify and analyze evidence within reading passages to support your answers. This lesson focuses on strategies to find and use textual evidence effectively, ensuring your answers are well-supported. 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Decoding Words in Context
 Expand your vocabulary by learning how to determine the meaning of words based on the context in which they appear. This lesson covers strategies to infer meanings from surrounding text and enhances your understanding of nuanced vocabulary. 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Central Ideas and Details: Uncovering the Core
 Develop skills to identify the main ideas and supporting details in reading passages. This lesson helps you distinguish between primary and secondary information, improving your ability to grasp the core message of texts. 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Inferences: Reading Between the Lines
 Enhance your ability to make logical inferences from reading passages. This lesson focuses on understanding implied information and drawing conclusions that are not explicitly stated, a critical skill for the ACT. 
55 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance
This class uses a variety of texts to explore reading comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary. While the content is primarily academic and designed to boost ACT scores, some reading passages may contain complex themes. All content is chosen for its educational value and appropriateness for the target age group. Parents are encouraged to engage in discussions at home to further support their child's learning and appreciation of language.
Pre-Requisites
No specific prerequisites are required. Students should have a basic understanding of English grammar and be eager to improve their reading and Reading skills.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
This course will use a range of different passages and text to practice ACT skills. Most passages will be drawn from released ACT exams. (located here: https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/test-preparation/english-practice-test-questions.html?page=0&chapter=0 And here: https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/test-preparation/reading-practice-test-questions.html?page=0&chapter=0 ) We may also discuss passages used in sample questions published by educational resources like Khan Academy. If students need additional support with the words in context section, the homework will likely include reading long passages from 18th and 19th century literature. The typical passages that are assigned are drawn from “On the Origin of Species” by Charles Darwin, “David Copperfield” by Charles Dickens, “The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes” by Arthur Conan Doyle, and “Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen.

Meet the teacher

Joined January, 2021
5.0
11reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Doctoral Degree in Religious Studies from Claremont Graduate University
Master's Degree in History from University of California, Irvine
Over the past fourteen years as an educator, I have specialized in enhancing vocabulary skills, reading comprehension, and grammar proficiency. My approach combines rigorous academic research with engaging, interactive learning experiences. I continuously update my teaching practices to incorporate the latest educational technologies and methodologies, ensuring each class is dynamic and effective.

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