Let’s Get It Write (Part 2)-A Writing Class for Reluctant & Overwhelmed Writers
In this 7-week live class, we will improve our writing skills through discussion, practice, and a step-by-step breakdown.
Teacher Elisha C.
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What's included
7 live meetings
5 hrs 50 mins in-class hoursHomework
Homework will be assigned each week so that students can review and practice the skills that were learned in that week's class. This homework should take approximately 15-20 minutes per day, spread over the week. Since we are learning to break down assignments, I would like students to take breaks at various points during the writing process. If students have questions regarding the homework, I encourage them to post in our classroom or message me directly, so that I can provide an explanation. I like my students to know that I am reachable through the platform outside of our scheduled class time.Assessment
While I will offer feedback on homework, I do not provide letter grades. I will provide overall feedback and a certificate of completion upon request.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
*This class is the second half of my "Let's Get It Write" Semester class. It is recommended that students take part 1, then part 2 to be successful.* In this 6-week class, reluctant and overwhelmed writers will learn how to break assignments down into manageable chunks. This is such an important skill to learn so that the "brain chaos" doesn't take over, a skill used across many facets of life. I will be guiding writers through every step of the way. While our class topics will be the same, learners will choose their own topics to write about. I will give a list of ideas, but I want everyone to write about things that are important to them, as it makes learning the writing process easier. My goal is that by the end of this class students will learn not only that they CAN write, but also that writing doesn't have to be a dreaded occurrence (and can even be fun!). Please see the outline below for details about what we will work on. Week 1: What is expository writing? How do I write an expository essay? Week 2: Editing and Feedback Week 3: What is persuasive writing? How do I write a persuasive essay? Week 4: Editing and Feedback Week 5: What is narrative writing? How do I write a narrative essay? Week 6: Editing and Feedback Week 7: Share your favorite pieces All of our editing and feedback will be encouraging, respectful, and productive. Everyone will have (and is encouraged to have) different ideas and opinions. All perspectives will be honored and accepted. I feel that children should be encouraged to follow their passions. Children need to know that they can have what they want for their lives if they have the correct tools and motivation to get there. I hope to help build confidence in my students and to give them some of those tools. I also believe that not every child learns the same way. Education is not a one-size-fits-all experience. I look forward to helping your child learn how they learn. While I offer an extensive collection of class content choices, my specialty is meeting students where they’re at and making the course material accessible to all students, regardless of the topic. I love to be silly with my students and encourage interaction in all of my classes. I want learners to feel at ease and safe to be themselves in my classroom. My small class sizes and relaxed, encouraging teaching style allow me to tailor my classes to each student’s needs and learning style, resulting in learners walking away from class confident and smiling. *If you don't see a time listed that works for you, please reach out. I am happy to add classes to accommodate students' schedules whenever I can. Thank you!*
Learning Goals
Learners will practice implementing the writing process to break down assignments and avoid overwhelm, while learning about several different types of writing.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students will be using Google docs and Google drive during this class. While these are Outschool-approved resources, parents should know that students will need their own (free) account. Students should NOT share their Google information, we will share work through direct links. These links will only be sent to me, not to other students. Any peer editing and feedback will be anonymous and routed through me.
Please be advised:
-All recommendations and assessments made during these classes are my own and based on my own experience and education. They are not reflective of Outschool, as I am an independent contractor.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined February, 2019
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Southern New Hampshire University
I am a homeschooling mom of five kids, ranging in age from ten to nineteen. We are diving into our 6th year of homeschool and we love it. I have a passion for both education and creativity and I love combining the two whenever I can. When I'm not teaching (my kids or someone else's), I run a business based purely on creativity and art.
Traveling (and 8 years of formal classes) gave me a handle on the Spanish language. I have a background in general education from 19 years of combined experience teaching in public and charter school settings, as well as tutoring one on one, ESL, and running various camps and activities. My experience ranges from childcare (infant) age all the way through high school age and includes work with neurodiverse and special needs students, as well as students with mental health issues.
I have a passion for, and educational background in Graphic Art/Design, however, my degrees are AA in Liberal Studies and a BA in General Studies with a concentration in Psychology. I am also TESOL certified.
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Live Group Class
$100
for 7 classes1x per week, 7 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
1-6 learners per class
