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Essentials of Writing: Writing Structure and Essays
Savannah Gilmore
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This is a 10-week class where your student will solidly learn how to write and begin intro to proper essay writing. This is beneficial for any student and I make the process fun! I provide grades for those who wish to have them.
Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
General Info: Older and younger students are welcome as well. This class is for Middle or High School students who need to learn writing skills. I have a shorter class called Essentials to Writing: 5 Weeks with Essays that also covers the other main types of essays, some not covered in this class, and covers citations and things as well. We move faster in that class. and I recommend it as a follow up to this class. I would recommend both to cover all styles of essays. Please find the layout...
10 lessons//10 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Grammar ReviewWe will cover parts of sentences, speech including adjectives, adverbs, active, passive, phrases, clauses, and basics.Week 2Lesson 2Sentence TypesWe will constructing solid sentences, mixing up styles, learning to make things flow, and building good structure. Students will have a writing prompt to work on this week.Week 3Lesson 3Punctuation and Capitalization ReviewWe will work on reviewing commas, colons, semi-colons, and overall capitalization errors I see the most with students Students will have a writing prompt to work on this week.Week 4Lesson 4Paragraph WritingWe will work on how to construct a solid paragraph, use detail, create flow, adding indentions and transitions, as well as covering verb tense.Students will have a writing prompt to work on this week.Week 5Lesson 5Thesis Statements, Topic Sentences, and StructureWe will cover what a Narrative Essay looks like, review and practice thesis statements, and then students will write their Narrative Essay this week.Week 6Lesson 6Intro to Essays and Paragraph ReviewWe will learn the proper flow of 5 paragraph essays, look at the proper outline, learn how to do a thesis, fonts, types of essays, and more. Students will have a writing prompt to work on this week.Week 7Lesson 7Resources and CitationsWe will cover fact vs opinion, reliable resources, evaluating sources, and citing them.Week 8Lesson 8Expository Essay OverviewWe will cover Expository Essays, review citations and layout. Students will choose their topic, write their outline for their paper, and find 3 resources they plan to use for their paper.Week 9Lesson 9Final Essay OverviewWe will review Expository Essay layout, work on editing and revising their paper, and cover anything students need to go over. Students will write their first draft of their paper this week.Week 10Lesson 10Final Week ReviewWe will be going over essays, corrections, citations, thesis, review, and more. We will end with playing a fun review game. Students will submit their final drafts to me this week.
- Students will leave knowing all the basics to writing essays including structure, flow, and using resources.
I have taught for many years and I am certified in various subjects, but have been certified in English for 9 years. I have taught in the classroom and in the largest Charter in the US. I have worked with students for many years on their English and grammar skills and I still see students who struggle. When students leave me, most have a solid grasp on the topic I have covered. I like making learning fun and interactive.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: as neededDetails: Weekly work will vary each week depending on the syllabus topic. Most weeks will include a mandatory writing assignment and optional practice on topics we cover that are available in their Google folder.Letter Grade
Frequency: includedDetails: Grades will be provided via request but require students to submit weekly work to be graded and then averaged at the end for an overall grade. Please let me know the week you enter class if you wish to have a grade, and I will keep track of progress throughout the class.Certificate of Completion
Frequency: includedDetails: I will offer a certificate of completion for this class if requested. Once class ends, send me a message to receive this.
Joined March, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Kaplan University
Bachelor's Degree from Ashford University
My name is Savannah. I am married to a wonderful guy, and recently became a new mom to a beautiful little girl. I enjoy family and friends, and I love to travel. I have traveled to over 20 countries and love experiencing the world. First off, I...
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Group Class
$75
for 10 classes1x per week, 10 weeks
45 min
Completed by 416 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
5-18 learners per class
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