Essays for Beginners! Unique Learning Needs Welcome
GREAT for struggling or reluctant writers! This 90-minute course walks students through the basics of writing an essay, complete with a graphic organizer and skills they can use to complete any writing assignment. No experience required.
Mr. Conway - Certified Teacher: ELA, ESL, & TESOL
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(114)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 9
This is a beginner-level course! This class is designed for students that have trouble starting or finishing essays and everything in between. Students will not write a full essay in this class, but we will all work as a group to plan out key elements of an essay. 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. We will cover essay basics, including essay structure, paragraph structure, how to break down and understand a writing prompt, how to develop a thesis, and how to apply personal interests to academic writing assignments. This class will be a great supplement to in-school writing assignments. Students should bring paper and a pen or pencil to take notes.
Learning Goals
1. Break down and understand a writing prompt.
2. Choose a topic that can be applied to most writing prompts.
3. Write a proper thesis statement.
4. Write complete paragraphs using TEDLs.
5. Replace vague words with detailed descriptions.
6. Identify all necessary components of an essay.
7. Properly utilize the Four-Square model.
Other Details
Supply List
Students should have a notebook or some paper to take notes.
1 file available upon enrollment
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
$25
per classMeets once
75 min
Completed by 251 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-15
2-4 learners per class
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