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English Language Arts: Intensive Personal Narrative Writing With Grammar & Vocab

In this writing class, and all of our classes, our approach to teaching combines the Socratic method, traditional teaching methods, games, and hands-on projects, wherever possible, to create an engaging learning environment.
Christine Santos LLC
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What's included

4 live meetings
2 in-class hours
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Learners should be reviewing the videos and practicing the lessons learned that week to increase retention. Project assignments and any required homework will be given during class and are required to be completed by the deadline.
Assessment
Final copy

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 8
THIS IS A RIGOROUS WRITING CLASS.

Each class will have a homework assignment uploaded to the classroom. Personalized feedback will only be given to those students that complete and return to the teacher that week. Late assignments will not be reviewed. 

Our classrooms are guided by a Socratic teaching approach, fostering critical thinking and encouraging open dialogue among learners. By facilitating engaging discussions and posing thought-provoking questions, students are able to explore topics more deeply and gain a comprehensive understanding of the material. 

We incorporate a mix of traditional methods such as videos and limited PowerPoint presentations to accommodate various learning styles as well. 

In addition, we gamify our lessons, as much as possible, to make learning fun and interactive for students. By adding elements of games and competition, we are able to keep learners engaged and motivated to participate in their education.

We also incorporate hands-on projects, wherever possible, to provide students with real-world application of their learning. Through these projects, students are able to apply their knowledge in practical ways and further enhance their understanding of the subject matter.

By designing this type of diverse classroom environment, utilizing multiple teaching methods, we effectively address the diverse learning styles of our learners.

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Please note we value mental health and want to prevent teacher burnout. With that said, we do take company wide breaks where there will not be any classes taught nor will we be answering emails. 

Please expect a delay in responses the following dates: 

2024:

August 19-August 25 (Summer Break)
November 27-29 (Thanksgiving Break)
December 23 - December 31 (Winter Break)

2025

January 1 - Jan 5 (Winter Break)
March 17 - March 23 (Spring Break)
April 19 - April 20 (Easter Break)
August 25-31st (Summer Break)

If you are enrolled, you will not be charged!

We will be returning all emails the day or two after we return. 

In addition, teachers may need time off outside of these breaks as emergencies do happen. We always try our best to give ample notice when we can. You will never be charged for a day that we cancel classes.

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Refund Policy:

We strictly adhere to Outschool's refund/reschedule policy for all of our classes. This means that once a class has been paid for, there will be no deviation from Outschool's guidelines. We do not offer refunds or rescheduling outside of what Outschool allows. 

Camera Policy:

All students are required to keep their camera turned on during the entire class. The only exception is those that have been verified by Outschool and have the verification badge.  

Contact info:

In compliance with Outschool's policies, we do not accept friend or contact requests from current or former families on any social networking site (Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.). We also do not provide or ask for any personal information such as email address or phone numbers.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with these policies.
Learning Goals
To effectively convey personal experiences through writing a personal narrative, while actively seeking and applying feedback to improve writing skills.
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Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
4 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Brainstorm
 The goal is to practice generating ideas through brainstorming techniques to effectively plan and organize my personal narrative essay. 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Adding Details
 The goal is to enhance ability to add detailed descriptions in personal narratives in order to engage and immerse readers in the story. 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
First Draft
 The goal is to improve the ability to review, edit, and present first drafts for peer review in order to receive constructive feedback and make necessary revisions for stronger writing. 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Final Copy
 The goal is to effectively present the final copy of the personal narrative and actively give peer feedback to other leaners. 
30 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance
There will never be any personal information shared. All resources used will be relevant and age appropriate. By enrolling in this class, you are granting us permission to utilize any and all external resources listed.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Amanda Kin
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Ellen Feig
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Amanda Kin
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Claudia Hofacker
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Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Long Island University
Christine Santos
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Southern Illinois University of Carbondale
Arielle Fulk
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Bachelor's Degree in Education from SUNY Cortland
Kristina Visniesky
KRISTINA VISNIESKY

I have a deep passion for helping others and making a positive impact in their lives. My major is in inclusive childhood education grades 1-6. Additionally, I hold a minor in English Language and Arts, as well as an additional certification in grades 7-12 English. I am currently pursing my master's in literacy.

My journey in the field of education extends beyond my academic pursuits. I am fortunate to work at a preschool that provides vital support to children with disabilities. Witnessing their growth each day is truly awe-inspiring, and I have developed a profound love for working with these incredible kids. 

I also serve as a substitute teacher in high schools, while simultaneously conducting observations at nearby elementary and middle schools. The opportunity to interact with students of varying ages and backgrounds is both enjoyable and fulfilling.
I have accumulated a wealth of experience with students, and I strongly believe that I am destined to be an educator. What initially ignited my interest in teaching was my involvement with the first tee program of western New York. This remarkable initiative centered around teaching young golf athletes valuable life skills. In addition to showing them the correct golfing techniques, I also instilled important values such as perseverance, respect, honesty, and confidence. Witnessing their enthusiasm for these life skills as well as their intellectual growth was immensely rewarding.

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$68

for 4 classes
1x per week, 4 weeks
30 min

Live video meetings
Ages: 12-15
1-4 learners per class

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