The following is a list of the skills that we will be covering as a class. These will be sprinkled in throughout the unit and they will build on one another. 
     - Plot Diagramming
     - Character Development
     - Conflict
     - Theme
     - Symbolism
     - Allegory
     - Research
     - Non-Fiction Reading
     - Non-Fiction Writing
     - Creative Writing
     - Analysis
     - Presenting
     - Debating
     - Various Literary Devices
     - Socratic Seminar Discussions
     - Annotating
     - Note-Taking
     - Prompt-Writing
     - Essay-Writing
     - Journaling
     - Introduce Research and Identify Expectations
     - Discuss the Informational Packet
     - Discuss Topics and Choice of Topics
     - Choose Good Sources
     - Develop Effective Note-Cards/Note-Taking
     - Develop an Introductions and Hook
     - Develop a Thesis Statement
     - Complete MLA Citations for Sources
     - Set Up a Works Cited
     - Write an Introduction
     - Create Appropriate In-Text Citation
     - Embed Quotes Correctly
     - Develop Paragraphs
     - Participate in Peer Reviews and Feedback Sessions
     - Address Teacher Feedback and Editing/Reviewing
     - Turn in Paper for Final Feedback
     - Present Ideas to Peers
     - Conduct Research 
     - Write a Full MLA Formatted Research Paper
     - And More!

This will be the third semester class that I run on Outschool. Below are links to the other semester classes. I have been teaching here for multiple years and have taught thousands of students in public schools, private tutoring, and Outschool classes. Shakespeare has a special place in my heart when working with students and research is an excellent way to learn how to write and develop paragraphs. Please feel free to check out these classes to gain a better understanding and feeling of my expertise.

Semester Classes:
     - Frankenstein and Oedipus Rex: https://outschool.com/classes/high-school-english-a-semester-long-course-v8hZFmgO#usl0R3fRwf
     - Persepolis and As I Lay Dying: https://outschool.com/classes/high-school-english-a-semester-long-course-gU17NRCz?usid=l0R3fRwf&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link
Research Classes:
     - Level One: https://outschool.com/classes/high-school-research-developing-skills-CnfSxLHD#usl0R3fRwf
     - Level Two: https://outschool.com/classes/high-school-research-ii-perfecting-skills-SrlmIdgF#usl0R3fRwf

Homework Offered
Students will be asked to complete all of their reading outside of class. If some of our writing work is unfinished after class, students will be asked to complete that work outside of class as well. But the majority of work will be completed in class.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students will be given several formal writing assignments throughout the semester. While these are not tests, per se, they can be used as assessment pieces for homeschooling evidence, which many states and countries require. All formal writing in my class will be completed with multiple rounds of written and verbal feedback. Students will have the opportunity to work through their writing skills as a group and 1-1 with me in class!
Grades Offered
Grading - Students will have the opportunity to receive a grade in the form of their choosing.I am happy to provide a grade in the form of a percentage, letter, or both. I can also offer a formal letter for submission to state programs. I ask students throughout the semester about their needs for grading and am happy to work with parents to create a plan that meets their needs! Please note that Grading is NOT required.