Creative Writing Enrichment Course
Mr. Thomas
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(3)
Students will learn how to effectively write a five-paragraph essay about an unsung, African-American heroine or hero.
Class experience
US Grade 5 - 8
First of all, thank you for your interest in this course. In choosing this course, students will learn how to effectively write a five-paragraph informative essay about an unsung, African-American heroine or hero. In addition, students will be given a choice in selecting the heroine or hero and will learn how to research information about that person. In an attempt to develop cognitive skills, students will be asked to analyze, critique, and score either their own work, that of a classmate,...
The goal of this course is to improve and develop students’ reading, writing, research, and cognitive skills.
Aside from being a socially, emotionally trained educator and certified in dealing with at-risk students, I am a published writer who has written for newspapers and magazines.
Homework Offered
Students will complete the writing of an informative essay about an African-American heroine or hero. A total of at least one but no more than two essays will be written.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students will be given a choice to engage in self-assessment, peer-assignment, or both.Grades Offered
Access to a computer and the internet or smart phone for research and writing.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Please note, this class may include classroom discussions and videos that may be upsetting to some children if they are not aware of the history of the United States and its treatment of African-American people throughout its history.
Students will use the internet as a tool for researching reliable sources of information. Students will cite informative essays by reliable sources of information.
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(3)
Entrepreneurial Background: I am a certified business teacher who teaches elementary, middle, and high school students entrepreneurship. Several years ago, I owned, ran, and eventually sold an accounting practice. As an accountant, aside from...
Group Class
$20
weekly or $40 for 2 classes1x per week, 2 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
2-9 learners per class
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