Write a Persuasive Essay - Graded Essay W/ Teacher Feedback!
This 90-minute course walks students through the basics of writing a persuasive essay. Students will have one week to submit finished work. Mr. Conway will review and return work with comments and suggestions.
Mr. Conway - Certified Teacher: ELA, ESL, & TESOL
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(114)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. A complete rough draft essay.Assessment
Mr. Conway will grade and return all work submitted within one week of the class date.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 9
We will cover persuasive essay basics, including writing an effective argument, evidence, tone, essay structure, paragraph structure, how to break down and understand a writing prompt, and how to apply personal interests to academic writing assignments. The price includes a graded essay with teacher feedback! Students will have time to brainstorm and discuss ideas during class. Then, they will have one week from the class date to write and submit their own work. Mr. Conway will review and return their graded work with comments and suggestions. Students will learn how to use tools, tips, and thinking skills that they can bring with them into the classroom and use without having to worry that they will stand out to other students. A paper and a pen or pencil to take notes is recommended.
Learning Goals
1. Break down and understand a writing prompt.
2. Form and back-up an argument.
3. Replace vague words with detailed descriptions.
4. Identify all necessary components of an essay.
5. Properly use the Four-Square model so students can write confidently.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2020
4.9
114reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Ted Conway has spent his teaching career working with students of all ages that need extra support due to unique life experiences and/or learning styles. He understands the time it takes to learn new skills, and that no student wants to fail — no matter how reluctant they may seem.
For the past seven years, he has taught English, English as a Second Language, Reading, and Writing to students from 7th through 12th grade, and is certified by the Texas Education Agency in English Language Arts & Reading and English as a Second Language.
Ted earned his BA in Professional Writing from the University of New Mexico in 2011 and went on to earn an MFA in Screenwriting from Hollins University in 2015. He also holds an A.A.S. in Culinary Arts and is a trained vegan chef!
When Ted isn't teaching or studying, he is usually working on a screenplay, creating music, editing video, or cooking up a feast!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$40
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 33 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-15
2-4 learners per class
