Informative Essay Writing to Improve Formal Writing Skills
In this three-week class, students will write a three-page informational essay on a topic of their choice. They will use instructor feedback and lessons to write formally. Students will feel more confident in their writing abilities!
Dr. Tara Schmidt
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5.0
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What's included
3 pre-recorded lessons
3 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
2-4 hours per week. Outline, Draft, and Final Draft will be submitted.Grading
Students will receive written feedback via Google docs for areas that are done well and for areas that need improvement.Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 10
Intermediate Level
Students will significantly improve their formal writing skills by writing about a topic of their choice and by planning their writing, by learning how to write using formal language, and by enhancing their grammar and mechanics writing skills. Students will create an outline of their essay that they will use to write their initial draft. Upon receiving the draft, the teacher will read every word, phrase, sentence, and paragraph to provide high quality feedback that promotes learning, memory, and increased control of writing skills. Students will then use all feedback to submit a polished, final draft.
Learning Goals
Students will better prepare for writing essays.Students will engage in general research on a topic of their choice.
Syllabus
3 Lessons
over 3 WeeksLesson 1:
Informational Essay Overview and Outline Assignment
Students will gain an understanding of the essay and will submit an outline. 1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Essay Draft
Students will use their outline to submit their THREE FULL page draft. 1 assignment
Lesson 3:
Essay Final Draft
Students will use instructor feedback to make meaningful changes to their draft. 1 assignment
Other Details
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined January, 2022
5.0
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Doctoral Degree in English Language and Literature from Cardinal Stritch University
Dr. Schmidt is a 14-year university reading and writing instructor. She also teaches part-time as a writing adjunct instructor at a two-year community college. She has worked with students of varying backgrounds, ages, and abilities.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$50
weekly or $150 for all content3 pre-recorded lessons
3 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 14-18
