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Expository Writing (Informative Reports) - FLEX

Completed by 38 learners
Ages 8-12
Live Group Class
Students will learn to take notes from a larger text, summarize and write content in their own words. Proper topic and clincher sentences will be practiced to provide clarity. Stylistic Upgrades will be learned to make writing more fun.
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No live video meetings
4 weeks
3-12 learners per class

What's included

Homework
1-2 hours per week. Each video lesson will be accompanied by a corresponding work packet for students. It is recommended that students print out the packet before watching the video lessons. The packet serves as a tool for completing weekly learning assignments. Assignments may require 20-60 minutes each. Students have the option to submit their completed assignments through the Outschool platform in the "Teacher" tab for feedback..
Assessment
I'm delighted to review outlines and papers, offering positive feedback. My focus is on assessing whether students are following the process presented in class. It's important to note that I do not correct spelling and grammar. To receive feedback, assignments must be submitted on the Outschool platform under the "Teacher" tab.

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner Level
Welcome to "Expository Writing - Informative Reports.”  This class is tailored for beginning writers or older reluctant writers in grades 3rd to 6th.  Please note that all instruction is delivered through video lessons, and there are no live classes.

Lesson 1: 
- Define and Explore the purpose of Expository Writing 
- Review Note taking
- Retell Voice and Volume
- Paragraph Basics: Topic,  Clincher, Title 
- Self Editing 
Learning Assignment: Complete the assignment on Leafy Sea Dragon

Lesson 2: 
 - Retell Eye Contact 
 - Writing upgrades - Quality Adjectives 
Learning Assignment: Complete the assignment on the Narwhal

Lesson 3:
- Review: Retell, Topic, Clincher Title, 
- Writing Upgrades  - Banned words, 
- Capitalization Rules 
Learning Assignment: Complete the assignment on the Blobfish 

Lesson 4: 
- Picking a source
- Writing Upgrades - Strong Verbs & ly Adverbs 
- MLA format
Learning Assignment: Student Choice 


The lesson will demonstrate fully each aspect of the lesson. Students can pause and work along with the video if they like. Throughout the course, teacher-student discussions will ensure students stay on track and feel confident in their writing. Work-sharing opportunities with peers will provide a supportive environment for growth. Writing about “Mysterious Creatures of the Ocean” will make learning and writing fun!

Learning Goals

By the end of this 4-session class, students will have written 4 papers/paragraphs.
 
1. They will understand out to outline from a larger text and write it into a paragraph. 
2. Students will understand the importance of a clear topic and clincher sentences in a paragraph. 
3. They will have learned 3 Writing upgrades 

Over all students will have learned how to inform and report in an organized fashion topic that they find fascinating.

Other Details

Learning Needs
I teach in a systematic step by step format designed to help the most reluctant learner achieve success. I have worked with many students with unique learning needs and my goal is to provide a class that can be adapted as needed.
Pre-Requisites
Students can jump right into this class. However "Introductions to Writing" is strongly suggested for young or new learners
Supply List
With each lesson, there will be a posted work packet. It is highly encouraged that students print this packet and use it to complete the lessons. 

Turning in paper for feedback requires the use of a camera phone or scanner to upload the document to Outschool if the student does not use google docs
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
In this class we will read about. - Mysterious Creatures of the Ocean. All content is fun and light-hearted. Designed to engage the student while learning to write. A 5 -12 page packet will be provided as a resource for each lesson. Printing of this packet is strongly recommended.

Meet the teacher

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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from University of Washington
With over 15 years of teaching and coaching experience,  I have combined the best elements of my favorite writing programs to deliver a captivating beginning writing class. As a proud parent of three and a Registered Writing Instructor with IEW, I believe in making writing enjoyable, emphasizing creativity, and fostering a supportive environment for students to celebrate their strengths and overcome challenges. Armed with a degree in sociology from the University of Washington, I bring a unique understanding of human dynamics.

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