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Extraordinary Essays: Opinion Writing | 1x/Week | 6 Weeks

Extraordinary Essays is a six session class that guides learners through the writing process for Opinion Writing. Learners will craft a structured five paragraph essay by an experienced and licensed writing teacher.
Stephanie Webster, M.Ed
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:
(6)
Class

What's included

6 live meetings
4 hrs 30 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 4 - 6
Extraordinary Essays is designed to guide learners through the process of writing an Opinion Essay. 

📚Learners will start by reading a debate on a specific topic.
They will choose the side they agree with and form their opinion.

📝 Learners will be taught how to organize their essay into five paragraphs: an introduction, three body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

📝 The introduction will include a hook to grab the reader's attention, a clear thesis statement, and reasons that support their opinion. 

📝 Each of the three body paragraphs will present a reason that supports the learner's opinion.  Learners will provide evidence and examples to back up each reason. Followed with elaboration sentences.

📝 The conclusion will summarize the main points, restate the thesis in a new way, restate their three reasons, and provide a final thought or call to action.

📝 Learners will learn to use appropriate academic vocabulary to strengthen their arguments. Transition words and phrases will be introduced to help learners connect their ideas smoothly.

📝 Correct grammar and spelling will be emphasized throughout the writing process.
Learners will be encouraged to proofread and edit their work to ensure accuracy.

📝 By the end of the class, learners will be able to write a well-structured five paragraph Opinion Essay on the debatable topic that clearly expresses their viewpoint with strong reasons and evidence.


Class Structure: 

👩🏻‍🏫 Each class will begin with a mini-lesson that teaches the specific skill for the day, such as writing an introduction, developing body paragraphs, or using transition words.

✍🏻 After the mini-lesson, learners will have time to work independently on their essays.
During this time, the teacher will confer with students individually, providing personalized support and feedback. 

🎤At the end of class, learners can share their paragraphs with teacher and other learners.
Learning Goals
Learners will read a debate topic, highlight evidence, and develop a thesis for Opinion Essay.
Learners will write an introduction paragraph using a hook, thesis, and reasons for Opinion Essay.
learning goal

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
6 Lessons
over 6 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Read a Debate Topic and Develop a Thesis
 Learners will develop thesis, identify 3 reasons, and then find evidence to support their reasons. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Complete Graphic Organizer with Reasons and Evidence
 Learners will complete the graphic organizer with reasons and evidence that support their opinion. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Draft Introduction Paragraph
 Learners will be taught how to write an introduction paragraph, and then will write their own introduction paragraph. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Draft Body Paragraphs
 Learners will be taught how to write a body paragraph, and then will write their own body paragraphs.  Learners may need to finish body paragraphs on their own time outside of class. 
45 mins online live lesson

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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2022
4.8
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Education from Xavier University
Bachelor's Degree from Miami University
Welcome to my online classroom! I am Ms. Webster and I am so excited to provide engaging, fun, and interactive lessons for each learner that takes my class on Outschool. I am eager to provide an opportunity and assist learners in being successful inside and outside the classroom!

I have been teaching elementary school for eight years.  My first year included tutoring reading and math to students in kindergarten up to sixth grade.  My other years have been in the general education classroom where I have taught language arts, science, and social studies to fourth and fifth grade students.  I have a bachelor’s degree in Family Studies and a master’s degree in Elementary Education, as well as a teaching license in Early Childhood Education.  In addition, I completed over 100 hours in a reading summer camp to achieve my Reading Endorsement K-12.  I am licensed to teach preschool-fifth grade in all subject areas.  Throughout my years of teaching, I have been rated “accomplished,” which is the highest rating through Ohio’s Teacher Evaluation System.  In addition, in the past, I have held the title for my grade level on our schools Building Leadership Team, as well as being a part of the districts Learning Leaders.

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$108

for 6 classes
1x per week, 6 weeks
45 min

Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
2-6 learners per class

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