Constructing Good Paragraphs: A Four Week Asynchronous Course for 9-12 Year Olds
This flexible course will teach students how to construct a well-developed paragraph.
Teacher Jaquita, M.Ed.
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What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. Students will need to submit a completed paragraph after class #4. This paragraph will be reviewed and feedback will be given.Assessment
The learner is assessed through written feedback after the submission of a completed paragraph.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Beginner - Intermediate Level
In this course, students will learn to write a well-developed and structured paragraph. This course does not have any live meetings, course information will be delivered through the use of video presentations that learners will use to learn. Class Video 1: Introduction to the Paragraph In this class, students will examine a model paragraph. Students will be introduced to topic sentences, supporting details that directly relate to the topic sentence and concluding sentences. At the end of class, students will label the parts of a paragraph. Class Video 2: Brainstorming + Organizing Ideas Using a Graphic Organizer In this class, students will learn how to brainstorm and use their best ideas to logically organize their ideas before writing. Class Video 3: Constructing a Paragraph In this class, students will write a well-developed paragraph that contains: 1. One controlling idea 2. Sentences clearly related to topic sentence 3. Logical order 4. Thoroughly developed examples/evidence 5. Closing sentence Class Video 4: Revision + Editing Students will learn how to revise (make work better) and edit (make work correct) and submit a final copy of their paragraphs for feedback. All work submitted on time will be reviewed. Upon completion of this course, learners can enroll in the Constructing a Good Essay course to continue to strengthen their writing skills. Are you NEW to Outschool? Use my coupon for a $20 discount! ➡️ TeacherJaq20
Learning Goals
Students will examine a model text to understand how to write a paragraph.
Students will write a topic sentence.
Students will use supporting details in a paragraph.
Students will end a paragraph with a closing sentence.
Students will be able to construct a well-developed paragraph.
Students will use all steps of the writing process.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to the Paragraph
In this lesson, students will examine a model paragraph. Students will be introduced to topic sentences, supporting details that directly relate to the topic sentence and concluding sentences. At the end of class, students will label the parts of a paragraph. Lesson 2:
Brainstorming Using an Organizer
In this lesson, students will learn how to brainstorm and use their best ideas to logically organize their ideas before writing. Lesson 3:
Constructing a Paragraph
In this lesson, students will write a well-developed paragraph that contains:
1. One controlling idea
2. Sentences clearly related to topic sentence
3. Logical order
4. Thoroughly developed examples/evidence
5. Closing sentence Lesson 4:
Revision and Editing
In this lesson, students will learn how to revise (make work better) and edit (make work correct) and submit a final copy of their paragraphs for feedback. Other Details
Supply List
Writing Journal/Paper Pen/Pencil
1 file available upon enrollment
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in English from Georgia Southern University
I have over nine years of teaching composition to learners of all ages, over 400 glowing reviews for my writing courses, and I've helped over 2,000 learners strengthen writing skills.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
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4 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 9-12
