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Connecting with Fiction: Strategies to Dig Deeper with Rigorous Texts

Develop strategies for digging deeply into rigorous excerpts of literature effectively.
Nicole Nanny, M.Ed. - 30-year Educator
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(22)
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What's included

5 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

Students will develop a clear set of strategies that will help them read, comprehend, and analyze excerpts of rigorous fictional texts, including the classics. Strategies students will learn will positively impact their abilities to engage with challenging texts on standardized assessments.
During class sessions, I will guide students through deconstruction of rigorous texts, how to tackle difficult and unfamiliar vocabulary, and ultimately how to put it all back together to make meaning and develop comprehension of these challenging texts.

Students should have solid grade-level reading abilities and strong grade-level vocabulary.

HOMEWORK
Homework will consist of reading 1-2 page fiction excerpts and performing requested tasks with the texts, including but not limited to answering questions, annotating text, writing one's own questions, and connecting with unfamiliar vocabulary words.

HOW PROGRESS IS ASSESSED
Students will take a pre and post assessment comprised of reading passages and questions similar to what one might find on assessments such as the SAT or ACT.

Other Details

Supply List
Text excerpts will be provided.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined November, 2017
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22reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Figure out the passions, personalize the learning!

I am a 30-year veteran educator who believes in the capacity of kids to do anything they want! I believe in learning that captures minds and hearts and that makes kids hungry to learn more each and every day. I have extensive experience with kids in the middle, ages 9-16. I have a proven track-record in helping kids grow their confidence and skills in language arts, math, science and social studies. 

I have over 23 years of experience in classroom teaching, tutoring, online teaching, curriculum development, gifted education, and homeschool support. I have been a middle school administrator and worked directing teaching and learning experiences for a district of 4500 students for 5 years.

I am an avid reader and have a knack for helping kids learn to love to read by connecting them with engaging books they can't put down. 

I also have experience helping kids who claim, "I'm just not a math person," learn to love math and build confidence in their abilities to do anything. 

I also love challenging gifted students to grow! Oftentimes, these students lose enthusiasm for and engagement in learning at school because they are not challenged. 

I look forward to helping your child reach his/her potential!

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$60

for 5 classes

1x per week, 5 weeks
40 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
3-9 learners per class

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