Confidently Conquering College Admissions Essays
In this 4-week course, students will draft, revise, and edit a personal statement that can be used or changed for any college admission essay. Student will learn how to find and use their voice to stand out in their essays.
What's included
4 live meetings
4 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Writing a first draft of a college admission essay.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 11 - 12
Through collaborative discussions and individual feedback students will draft, revise, and edit a college admission essay. I will model how to follow the tools we discuss so that students can independently draft essays. Students will also collaborate to give feedback and learn more about the writing process. This class will be a writing workshop that provides strategies, feedback, and discussion to produce the best essay possible.
Learning Goals
Students will independently write an essay that can be used for college admissions essays.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
What makes a good admission essay?
In this lesson we will evaluate various admissions essays to find patterns that create a good essay. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Drafting a good essay
In this essay we will cover various drafting techniques so you will have plenty of ideas to begin writing your essay. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Revising your essay
In this essay we will cover various revision techniques so you can independently revise your essay for clarity, length, and voice. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Editing and Applying
60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
I am a 3rd year English teacher. I have received a B.A and M.Ed in English education. I have successfully provided feedback to help students be admitted to their dream college for 5 years. Reviews
Live Group Course
$25
weekly or $100 for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 16-18
2-6 learners per class
