What's included
8 live meetings
8 in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
Coming away with 3 pieces of writing per class.Assessment
includedClass Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Beginner - Advanced Level
This class is based on the poetry book, Impromptu. This is a book utilizing writing prompts that serve to inspire and encourage imagination, literacy and imagination. The students will share their writing in a safe and supported environment.This a non-pressure inclusive class with a focus on fun and creativity. I have taught thousands of students how to write and had 100% success rate.
Learning Goals
Students will learn to look inside themselves for the language that will create lyrics, poems, and plays.They will learn many poetic devices. This is a class designed specifically for fun, through encouragement and authenticity.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Impromptu
Poetry, introduction to genres
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Imprompt
Narrative poetry
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Impromptu
Poetry Poetic prose
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Impromptu
Poetry writing prompts
60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Nothing scary or off putting in my class Impromptu.
Pre-Requisites
Keyboard skills
Supply List
An overview of each lesson shall be given to the class at the beginning of the class.
1 file available upon enrollment
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
The book Impromptu published by Ekstasis Editions is available through the publisher or me at a reasonable cost.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in English from Simon Fraser University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Simon Fraser Education
I have published 12 books of poetry, taught both music and writing for 30 years. I have been nominated for the Lesgue of Canadian poets for The Pat Lowther Award given to the most highly regarded female poet in Canada. I have also been nominated for the prestigious Prime Ministers Award for Teaching Excellence.
Reviews
Live Group Course
$21
weekly1x per week, 8 weeks
60 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
2-8 learners per class