English Language Arts: Private Read Aloud Sessions
What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed20 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Homework
1 hour 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.Class Experience
Reading aloud is a crucial activity for learners of every age group. From young children to teens, this practice enhances comprehension, improves listening skills, and fosters a deeper connection with the text. For younger readers, this helps develop language skills, vocabulary, and fluency. It also strengthens the bond between the reader and books, encouraging a love for stories and learning. Even teens can benefit from this 1:1 session. These moments promote active listening, enhance critical thinking, and provide an opportunity to discuss complex ideas or literary themes. Additionally, hearing the rhythm, tone, and expression in the reader's voice brings stories to life, making them more engaging and accessible. In a unit study approach, read-alouds can serve as a starting point for discussions, projects, and further research. This holistic method ties the material to various subjects like science, or even art, making learning more cohesive and dynamic. Reading aloud isn’t just for beginners; it’s a valuable tool for learners at every stage, encouraging growth, understanding, and a lifelong love of reading. _______ 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. _______ 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. _______ 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.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class is not a phonics class and will not be covering any phonics lessons. The focus is on reading accountability and literary terms.
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.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 teachers have teaching certificates
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Kentucky Teaching Certificate in Science
3 teachers have a Graduate degree
Juris Doctor from New York Law School
Doctoral Degree in Health Professions and Related Programs from Appalachian College of Pharmacy
Master's Degree in Animal Science from The Ohio State University
Master's Degree from National University
Master's Degree from Central Michigan University
Master's Degree in Education from University of the Cumberlands
7 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science from The Ohio State University
Bachelor's Degree in American Studies from Smith College
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Long Island University
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Southern Illinois University of Carbondale
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Centro Universitário UniCEUB
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Universidade de Brasília
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Union College
Bachelor's Degree in Education from SUNY Cortland
CHRISTINE SANTOS
Christine Santos is a dedicated homeschool mom of three who has been leading workshops for the past 10 years. She holds a degree in Journalism with Honors and firmly believes that reading is the most important place to learn all things.
Christine's teaching style is discussion-based, as she loves engaging with her students and helping them to think critically about the material. She is passionate about the power of reading to open minds and spark curiosity.
In addition, Christine is a certified crisis counselor and is, currently, Christine pursuing further education in order to become a certified substance use disorder counselor, trauma informed coach and anger management coach.
She is excited to continue making a positive impact on the lives of her learners.
Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$30
per sessionMeets on demand
20 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-18