What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
If learners are unable to complete their paragraph during the class time, they are encouraged to finish and upload a copy to the teacher in the Outschool classroom. All learners are encouraged to upload a copy of their paragraph after each class to get more teacher feedback.Assessment
Through class participation and paragraph writingClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Breaking down the paragraph into four parts and using a step by step method with an outline will help learners master paragraph writing in this ongoing course. We will use a group approach first, then learners will write an individual paragraph they can share and get feedback on in the group or privately with the teacher after class. Using open discussion and the sandwich analogy, learners will explore the parts of a well-written paragraph and create one as a group. Topics will randomly be determined by the Wheel of Topics. The teacher will guide the students in brainstorming discussions, using the graphic organizer, and writing the paragraph. The results will be a strong, cohesive paragraph that includes a topic sentence, two or more detail sentences, and a conclusion. Classes will roughly follow this timeline: 15 minutes open discussion about sandwich analogy and breaking down the parts of a paragraph 10 minutes group writing of paragraph, first using graphic organizer and learner ideas 5 minutes spinning wheel for three topics for learners to choose from 15 minutes for individual writing using graphic organizer first and teacher guidance available 5 minutes to wrap up and share (if desired) There are no weekly themes because the topics in each class will be randomly chosen by the Wheel of Topics. Each class's goal is to write a group paragraph and an individual paragraph. Since all paragraphs will be finished in one class session, learners may enroll and withdraw at any time. All material will be presented via Google Slides and Documents on screen. Students proficient in typing may use a copy of the Google Document provided by the teacher. No login will be required to access the document. No other outside sides or accounts will be accessed by learners during this class. For English as a Second Language Learners (ESL): -Suitable for GEPT and FCE Writing Part 1 exams -Ideal for B2 learners and B1 learners seeking exam preparation
Learning Goals
Learners will:
understand, remember, and use topic sentences to introduce a paragraph
understand, remember, and use detailed sentences to support the topic in a paragraph
understand, remember, and use summary or suggestive conclusion to close a paragraph
write a different paragraph each class they assist
learn to avoid repetition when writing
understand the value and use a graph organizer before writing
value feedback from others to help make their writing stronger
Other Details
Parental Guidance
All material will be presented via Google Slides and Documents on screen. Students proficient in typing may use a copy of the Google Document provided by the teacher. No login will be required to access the document. No other outside sides or accounts will be accessed by learners during this class.
Supply List
Something to write with Paper All material will be presented via Google Slides and Documents on screen. Students proficient in typing may use a copy of the Google Document provided by the teacher. No login will be required to access the document. No other outside sides or accounts will be accessed by learners during this class.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 teachers have teaching certificates
Texas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Connecticut Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate
3 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree from Texas Woman's University
Master's Degree in Education from University of St Joseph’s
Master's Degree in History from SUNY-Albany
7 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Dance from Oklahoma City University
Bachelor's Degree from Texas Woman's University
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from ECSU
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Massachusetts
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Massachusetts
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Connecticut
Bachelor's Degree in Education from SUNY-Albany
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Buffalo State College
2 teachers have an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Education from Fort Hayes State University
Associate's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Westervelt Business College - Completed with Honors
Created by Misses Dee:
AA in Child Development
BA in Early Language Development
TESOL Certification
Teacher Certification
20+ years educational experience, including curriculum creation
A love for and educational and personal experience writing
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Live Group Class
$18
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 278 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
1-6 learners per class