High School Writing Prep: Mastering Academic Writing
In this five-week course on academic writing, incoming high school students will receive a comprehensive overview of how to write a thesis statement, structure their essay, cite textual evidence, elaborate on claims, and utilize MLA format.
Tiffany Perkinz, MA, M.Ed
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What's included
5 live meetings
4 hrs 35 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students will be given mentor texts to read as examples of quality academic essays. These essays will be discussed during our class sessions.Certificate of Completion
Students will receive a certificate of completion distributed by Perkinz Education, LLC.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
In this five-week course on academic writing, incoming high school students will receive a comprehensive overview of essential writing skills necessary for success in high school. This course is designed to build confidence and competence in writing, equipping students with the tools they need to excel in their academic writing assignments. Students will learn how to -- 💠 craft a strong thesis statement 💠 structure a multi-paragraph essay including an introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion, and smooth transitions 💠 cite textual evidence to support their claims through paraphrasing and embedding quotations 💠 apply critical analysis to elaborate on stated claims in their body paragraphs 💠 use MLA formatting to cite their sources and format their work The course is structured to provide a mix of instruction, practice, and interaction. Each session will focus on a specific or research writing skill and will include a combination of lectures, interactive activities, and class discussion. Students will have ample opportunities to interact with me and their peers throughout the course. Students will also be able to receive feedback on their written work during the course by sharing their writing with me through Outschool messenger.
Learning Goals
By the end of the course, students will have developed a solid foundation in academic writing, equipped with the skills and confidence needed to feel confident as they enter high school English class!
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
The Thesis Statement
Students will learn the importance of the thesis statement as the driving force of their essay and how to write a clear and concise thesis statement. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Structuring a Multi-Paragraph Essay
Students will learn the major components of a multi-paragraph essay (introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion) and how each paragraph should be structured--including logical transitions to allow for a smooth flow from one paragraph to the next. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Embedding Textual Evidence
Students will learn how to properly cite textual evidence with regard to both paraphrasing and integrating quotations. Students will learn how to smoothly integrate quotations into to the structure of their sentences in a way that maintains the flow of the writing. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Explanations and Elaborations
Students will learn how to extend beyond a summary of the text or a mere restatement of the quotations and provide in depth analysis through thoughtful explanations and elaborations on the significance of their stated point. 55 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 February, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Lamar University
Master's Degree in English from Lamar University
MA - English (2017)
M.Ed - Educational Administration (2019)
10 years experience teaching high school and college-level English Reviews
Live Group Course
$225
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
55 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
2-8 learners per class
