FLEX- Language Arts
In this 6 week FLEX class students read and answer guided comprehension questions at their own pace and will receive feedback and extension activities each week.
Kathy
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4.9
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Homework
1-2 hours per week. includedClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Choose your own or I can help you pick one Need a little help getting through a novel? Want to enhance your understanding of some great stories? Would you like to learn how to decode vocabulary inside of a story while you're reading? This FLEX Language Arts class will focus on reading comprehension, plot, plot diagram, setting, vocabulary, point of view, conflict, figurative language, comparing and contrasting, sequencing, and characterization. Within each unit, students will complete activities to gain a better understanding and make deeper connections to the author, story, and apply it to real-life situations. Possible Selections: * CS Lewis Classics!! Narnia * Roald Dahl Classics!! James and the Giant Peach * Loveable Animals: Mr. Popper’s Penguins, The One and Only Ivan * Adventure/ Survival: Hatchet, My Side of the Mountains, The Cay, Island of the Blue Dolphins * Optional: Meet 1 on 1 for 30 minutes a week * Students will learn through short video lectures at the beginning of each lesson. * Students will be assigned a section to read each week and given activities to reinforce the lesson and reading assignment. * Students will create an Interactive Notebook (digital is also an option). * Students will be allowed to play games with the other students in the class and watch a movie version of the selected novels. Sample Schedule: Week 1: * Intro to novel * Intro to the author * Intro to Elements of Literature * Notebook setup * Reading * Vocabulary, Spelling, Analysis of Concepts Week 2: * Reading * Individual Writing Assignment * Vocabulary, Spelling, Analysis of Concepts * Notebook Check Week 3: * Reading * Vocabulary, Spelling, Analysis of Concepts * Notebook Check Week 4: * Reading * Project Assigned * Vocabulary, Spelling, Analysis of Concepts * Notebook Check Week 5: * Reading * Quiz on Elements of Literature * Writing Assignment * Vocabulary, Spelling, Analysis of Concepts Week 6: * Finish Book * Project Due one week later * Vocabulary, Spelling, Analysis of Concepts * Movie comparison if possible
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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi! My name is Kathy and I live in Southern California. I love working with students all around the World and of all different ages. I mainly teach classes that are Language Arts based (reading, writing, spelling, and grammar). I also teach about Historical figures, especially if I can tie them into Literature. I also love teaching about animals, and doing story time for the younger kids.
I have been teaching for over 15 years. I have taught in traditional school settings, charter schools, home schooled my own children, and taught online. I have a BA in English as well as a K-12 Teaching Credential. I am very passionate about helping people learn to love reading and writing. I also love to help people that need a little extra help with spelling and grammar. It makes me so proud and happy to have a student tell me how much they think they are improving or to get answers correct on something they missed before.
My approach to teaching is interactive and hands on. I want my students to learn while having fun. I ask a lot of comprehension questions, group work, pair work, and projects (depending on the class). I try to do as much of the work in class as possible so that kids can still be kids once they are done.
My background is in English but I love History and Science too (especially the experiments). It wouldn't be unusual in one of my classes to have to make something that just pops into my mind because it seems fun. I love animals, chocolate, and all things Disney!Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 6 weeks6 weeks
Completed by 4 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
This class is no longer offered
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