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IEW Frontiers in Writing (Part 1) Theme-Based Writing *Small Group Class*
Jenn O. Certified IEW Instructor
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5.0
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In this beginners IEW writing class, students learn to write using intriguing topics such as Halley's Comet, the Mona Lisa, and the Wild West. This IEW writing course teaches the nine units of Structure and Style.
Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 6
Follows Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) Curriculum
Consider adding Fix It! Grammar Level 2 to this course. https://outschool.com/classes/dcf7c50a-8efe-421f-93c4-81655eedbeb3?refuid=p4djg6Om Frontiers in Writing draws students to write about intriguing topics such as Halley's Comet, the Mona Lisa, the Wild West, and other fascinating topics. At the same time, students learn to write using IEW's Structure and Style method. This class is recommended for fifth-grade students and up. Frontiers in Writing completes all nine IEW units. Students...
15 lessons//15 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Great Lakes, Lake SuperiorNote making and outlinesWeek 2Lesson 2One BillionWriting an essay from notesWeek 3Lesson 3Halley's CometWriting an essay from notesWeek 4Lesson 4Nicholas CopernicusWriting an essay from notesWeek 5Lesson 5The Lion and the Mouse, Part 1Retelling a narrative storyWeek 6Lesson 6The Lion and the Mouse, Part 2Retelling a narrative storyWeek 7Lesson 7The Strait of MagellanRetelling a narrative storyWeek 8Lesson 8Tom Sawyer and the FenceRetelling a narrative storyWeek 9Lesson 9Mona lisaSummarizing a referenceWeek 10Lesson 10RecyclingSummarizing a referenceWeek 11Lesson 11New NetherlandSummarizing a referenceWeek 12Lesson 12BeethovenSummarizing a referenceWeek 13Lesson 13Mars Landing, Part 1Writing an essay from picturesWeek 14Lesson 14Mars Landing, Part 2Writing an essay from picturesWeek 15Lesson 15Man and VaseWriting an essay from pictures
- Students will gain confidence in writing.
- Students will expand their vocabulary.
- Students will improve their English grammar.
I am an accredited IEW instructor.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: 1-2 per weekFeedback: as neededDetails:Assessment
Frequency: 3-6 throughout the classDetails:
Students should read fluently at a fifth-grade level or higher. This course covers all nine units of the IEW method. It is recommended for students in the fifth grade and up.
IEW Frontiers in Writing student book: https://iew.com/frontiers-in-writing-student-book-only Students may choose to use Google Docs to type their papers. These should be saved as a PDF and uploaded in the classroom. All papers must be typed. At times, the Nearpod app will be used. Students will be given notice for class sessions that will utilize this.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Parents may need to assist students with tying and submitting their essays.
Parents may need to help their students turn in the assigned homework. Google Docs may be used. Nearpod will occasionally be used to collaborate on ideas and play review games.
Joined December, 2020
5.0
36reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Bachelor's Degree in Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences from John Brown University
Welcome! In addition to teaching IEW classes at Outschool, I teach classical composition and literature, along with IEW at The Delightful Classroom. I am a certified instructor for IEW (Institute for Excellence in Writing). I am also a certified...
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Group Class
$225
for 15 classes1x per week, 15 weeks
75 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-13
4-5 learners per class
