Homeschool Writing Portfolio Part 2: Semester Long Asynchronous Writing Course
In this semester long flexible scheduled writing course, students will build a writing portfolio that will consist of a well-written problem-solution, compare-contrast, rhetorical analysis, descriptive, and a definition essay.
Teacher Jaquita, M.Ed.
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15 pre-recorded lessons
15 weeks
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to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will submit final drafts of their typed essay within one week after each unit ends. All submissions will receive feedback. Essays are due on the 3rd, 6th, 9th, 12th, and 15th week of class. I encourage timeliness, however, as a flexible scheduled instructor, assignments will be given feedback as they are submitted. My focus is on the writing practice and implementation of feedback, not due dates.Grading
All essays will be graded against a provided rubric. Parents can easily calculate the grade using the rubric, but I will provide number/letter grades if requested.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Intermediate - Advanced Level
Every student has the ability to improve and strengthen their writing. From students that need a little extra help to students that possess excellent writing skills, there is always room to create and achieve new learning goals. In this semester-long course, students will learn and/or review the conventions and standards of English writing to compose a variety of written essays to be compiled into a writing portfolio. This course is the second part of Homeschool Writing Portfolio Part 1: Semester Long Writing Course, both live and flex versions, but it CAN be taken independently without having enrolled in the first course. All learners are welcome. This is an asynchronous version for students that cannot attend the live sessions. Each week, students will view an interactive lesson recording that is to be played and paused during viewing for lesson completion. Students will post a weekly writing assignment into the peer feedback section for peer collaboration. Students will also submit their revised, edited, and published writing after each unit to the teacher to be put in a writing portfolio to be sent to parents at the completion of the course. The goal of this course is for students to be able to construct a well-written problem-solution, compare-contrast, rhetorical analysis, descriptive, and a definition essay. Essays are due at the end of each unit. I feel it is important for students to have opportunities to apply the skills learned and gain information on how well they have used the newly acquired information through written feedback. Each learner should be able to complete the course in fifteen weeks. Learners submit weekly assignments that are given feedback within 72 hours of submission. To encourage interaction, each unit incorporates questions that learners will respond to via in class posts, and the teacher will respond as well to encourage interaction in the self-paced environment. I look forward to having your learner(s) in my course! Are you NEW to Outschool? Use my coupon for a $20 discount! ➡️ TeacherJaq20
Learning Goals
The goal of this course is for students to be able to construct a well-written problem-solution, compare-contrast, rhetorical analysis, descriptive, and definition essay.
Students will use all the steps in the writing process.
Students will be to write introductions with an engaging hook and a clear thesis.
Students will be able to construct well-developed paragraphs with clear topic sentences and smooth transitions.
Students will gain an understanding of the importance of reviewing written work for conciseness, clarity, and grammar.
Students will be able to identify and comment on the effectiveness of rhetorical strategies.
Students will be able to cite sources.
Students will adhere to the standard conventions and mechanics of English grammar.
Students will use their critical thinking skills to show high order level thinking.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)15 Lessons
over 15 WeeksLesson 1:
The Problem-Solution Essay
In this class, students will practice: (1) Identifying viable problems in the world today (home, school, politics, etc.) (2) Using a graphic organizer to brainstorm why and how the problem should be fixed Lesson 2:
Drafting the Problem-Solution Essay
In this class, learners will draft a multi-paragraph essay that proposes real solutions supported by facts and refute opposing arguments to the proposed solutions. Lesson 3:
Revising and Editing the Problem-Solution Essay
In this class, learners will revise and edit their draft. Learners will also review the scoring rubric and perform a self assessment before submitting the final essay. Final Essays are due before beginning the next unit. Lesson 4:
The Compare-Contrast Essay
In this class, learners will select two topics to compare and contrast and brainstorm possible points of compare and contrast. Other Details
Supply List
ALL handouts will be provided to the students in pdf AND GoogleDoc format. Writing Journal Pen/Pencil
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in English from Georgia Southern University
I have over nine years of experience teaching composition to learners of all ages.Reviews
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