Essay Writing With 'Little Women'
This class will teach essay writing construction and academic writing techniques
Ms. Tracey, BA, PG Dip (Hum)
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(241)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. 1000 word essayClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 6
This class is an essay writing Masterclass and will provide an in-depth understanding of this topic. This class will use ‘Little Women’ by Louisa May Alcott, as us a basis for discussion. Learners will need to have read the novel in its entirety before participating in this class. This class is also suitable for learners who have attended my book club. Learners will need to write a 1000 word essay for this class which they will present to the class during lesson 4. This can also be submitted to Teacher for more personal feedback if you wish. Lesson 1 : Introduction to the novel, background, storyline and key themes Lesson 2 : This week we will look at examples of essay questions and practice how we will approach an essay. How to decipher essay titles, referencing and brainstorming. Lesson 3 : Essay structure: research, quoting, linking, paraphrasing and plagiarism. Homework assignment : 1000 word essay on selected topic Lesson 4 : Presentation of Essay to the class
Learning Goals
- Close reading
- Paragraphs
- Linking
- Cohesion
- Quoting from the text - Referencing
- Essay structure : Introduction, Body & Conclusion
- Academic writing style & conventions
- Research
- Paraphrasing and avoiding plagiarism
- Deciphering essay titles
- How to Brainstorm
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott in the public domain
Joined December, 2020
4.8
241reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Bachelor's Degree in English from University of Northampton
I have a BA (Hons) degree in English Literature and a Diploma in Teaching Literacy in Primary and Secondary Schools.
I am currently studying an MA in English Literature and am a qualified English Language teacher with TEFL.Reviews
Live Group Class
$48
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-12
1-6 learners per class
