Specific learning goals encompass the topics on the schedule outlined above. Students will learn how to work together as a team and improve social and communication skills.

Daily English Language Arts Skills Practiced in this class include but are not limited to:
Learners will make text-to-text, text-to-self, and text-to-world connections. 
Learners will learn about literary elements and work on public speaking skills with learners who share the same interests.
-Oral expression and comprehension
- The interconnected nature of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and thinking
- Developing and sustaining foundational language skills
-Inquiry
-Critical thinking and analysis
-Literacy
-Building connections to themselves and their prior knowledge
-Creating relationships among ideas

I am certified to teach grades 7-12 (middle and high school level) English/Language Arts in the state of Texas. I also hold a Bachelor's in Maritime Studies (anthropology), with minors in English and Archeology, and a Master's in Education. 

1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: Available upon request
Feedback: Available upon request
Details: Learners will be expected to listen to the songs before class, if they have not already. They will also have some reading outside of class, that, at it's heaviest, will be about two hours/week. 

When we cover Jane Eyre, reading time will increase to about 4 hours per week. The novel is 624 pages, and most audiobook versions are around 18 hours. 
Assessment
Frequency: Available upon request
Details: Ongoing and informal assessment will occur during every meeting, through interactions and assignments. There will not be any formal tests. 
Grading
Frequency: Available upon request
Details: Grades and certificates provided on request. Grades will be in the form of A, B, C, D, F.  I understand some families prefer grades, however I do not like to rely on them. Learning and growth is most important. 

Through my teaching experience, I have worked with autistic learners, as well as those with ADHD and Dyslexia in an academic setting. I try my best to meet learners where they are by scaffolding- providing supports and room for growth.