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IEW UNIT 4 - Short Essays
Paige Bombacie - IEW Registered Instructor
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(173)
In just 4 Sessions students will learn to outline from larger text, summarize, and write content in their own words. Title and Clincher sentences will be practiced to provide clarity.
Class experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner Level
In this comprehensive class, students will take the next step beyond notemaking and outlining, which are the cornerstone of all IEW writing units. Through the "I do, we do, you do" teaching methodology, the instructor will introduce new material, model it for the students, and engage in reinforcement activities together. Students will learn how to work with longer, more complex texts and master the art of "putting things into their own words" to avoid plagiarism. This class will specifically...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Gold - Selecting and Summarizing InformationIntroduction to Unit 4 of IEW and a brief overview of Units 1 & 2 (recommended). Selecting important and interesting information from a larger text. Creating topic and clincher sentences for each paragraph. Review of all style elements from Units 1 -3 Crafting catchy titles for summaries. Practice: Write one paragraph (8-10 sentences) summarizing a reference.Week 2Lesson 2Hope Diamond - Refining Summarization TechniquesReview of summarizing references and "funneling" facts. Enhancing papers with "dress-ups" - who/which clause Completing an outline for a summary. Writing a paragraph summary incorporating dress-ups. Utilizing the IEW checklist to ensure all required elements are included. Optional sharing of student papers with the class.Week 3Lesson 3Pearls - Feedback and Further ImprovementReviewing summarization techniques Providing feedback on student work. Optional sharing of student papers with the class. Instruction dress-ups - www.asia.wubWeek 4Lesson 4Student Choice. - Independent ApplicationStudents select their own topic and source text. Writing a well-structured paragraph summary independently. Incorporating all elements of structure and style learned throughout the course. Peer review and feedback on final paragraphs.
By the end of these 4 session, students will have written 4 papers/paragraphs. They will understand how to make an outline from a larger text, selecting important and interesting facts, and write it into a paragraph. Students will understand the importance of a clear topic and clincher sentences in a paragraph. They will have learned several "dress-ups" and style techniques.
I'm a dedicated educator with over a decade of experience teaching IEW. My passion is to make writing engaging and enjoyable for my students, and I strive to bring creativity and interactivity to every lesson. As a parent of three children, I've had the opportunity to use the IEW program at home and have walked my own kids through the program. This personal experience has given me a unique perspective and deep understanding of the challenges that students and families may face in the writing process. In my classes, I aim to create a supportive and dynamic learning environment that encourages students to take risks and develop their own unique voices as writers. I believe that with the right guidance and support, every student has the potential to become a skilled and confident writer. Whether in the classroom or at home, I'm dedicated to making writing a positive and rewarding experience for all students, and I'm excited to share my knowledge and passion with you.
Homework Offered
Each lesson will be accompanied by a corresponding work packet for students. It is recommended that students print out the packet before coming to class. The packet serves as a tool for completing weekly learning assignments. Assignments for Lessons 1 and 2 are expected to take approximately 10-30 minutes each, while assignments for Lessons 3 and 4 may require 20-60 minutes each. Students have the option to submit their completed assignments through the Outschool platform in the "Teacher" tab for feedback.2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
I'm delighted to review outlines and papers, offering positive feedback. My focus is on assessing whether students are following the process presented in class. It's important to note that I do not correct spelling and grammar. To receive feedback, assignments must be submitted on the Outschool platform under the "Teacher" tab.Grades Offered
I teach in a systematic step by step format designed to help the most reluctant learner achieve success. I have worked with many students with unique learning needs and my goal is to provide a class that can be adapted as needed.
IEW Unit 1 & 2 lays the foundation for the IEW Method of Outlining and is HIGHLY recommended prior to this class. Additionally, Unit 3 teaches several elements we will reference. Students should be able to read at a 3rd-grade level.
With each lesson, there will be a posted work packet. It is highly encouraged that students print this packet and use it to complete the lessons. Turning in paper for feedback requires the use of a camera phone or scanner to upload the document to Outschool if the student does not use google docs
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
All content is age-appropriate and hopefully below reading level so the focus can be on writing not difficult content.
Please print out the lesson packets provided.
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(173)
People, especially kids are my passion. My goal is to cultivate a love and lifestyle of learning in my students. I have a B.A. from the University of Washington with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education. For over 10 years I have been tutoring...
Group Class
$65
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Completed by 26 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
3-12 learners per class
