Drop in to Literacy: Common Core Comprehension & Writing Grades 3-5
This is an ongoing course that will prepare 5th & 6th grader learners for Common Core ELA Assessments. The course will rotate between reading comprehension strategies and writing skill building using released state exams from across the US.
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekMastery Evaluation
I will evaluate student skills while in class.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
This ongoing course focuses on teaching learners the skills necessary to be successful on ELA assessments. I will be using various state tests from archived examinations. These could include Common Core assessments or standardized entrance exam tests. Depending on the learners abilities, the material will be for students in grades four through six. In the relaxed environment of a reading and writing comprehension class, learners can develop their test-taking skills for English Language Arts (ELA) while effectively managing any anxieties associated with exams. The course is designed to provide a supportive atmosphere where students can feel comfortable expressing their concerns and asking questions without fear of judgment. Through engaging activities, such as group discussions, interactive exercises, and mock tests, learners will be able to enhance their reading and writing abilities, as well as gain valuable insight into effective test-taking strategies. By focusing on specific techniques for identifying key information, understanding complex texts, and crafting well-structured written responses, students will be better prepared to tackle ELA tests confidently. Additionally, the relaxed setting of the class will help alleviate any test-taking anxieties, allowing learners to perform at their best and achieve the academic success they desire. Skills we practice: Identifying a central or main idea Using textual evidence to support the identification of literary elements Define vocabulary terms using context clues Analyze multiple choice questions Answer short response questions with grammatical accuracy Work on essay writing strategies: brainstorming, planning, organizing, thesis sentence, building body paragraphs, and summarizing conclusion paragraph Build an argument and write a counterclaim
Learning Goals
Improve reading fluency by reading texts aloud in an encouraging virtual classroom.
Learners will identify literary elements in fiction texts.
Other Details
Language of Instruction
English (Level: B1)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
New York Teaching Certificate in Special Education
New York Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Special Education from Grand Canyon University
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from State University of New York at Oswego
I have a Bachelor's Degree in English Literature and a Master's Degree in Special Education. I have two New York State certifications in English Language Arts and Students with Disabilities. I have over ten years experiencing assisting students in being successful on Common Core assessments. I have also been a member of the grading teams of ELA Assessments so I am familiar with what scorers are looking for from the test taker.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$11
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 106 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
3-9 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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