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Lit-lab Self-Paced Series: Identifying Main Idea and Supporting Evidence

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Ages 8-13

Self-Paced Class

Unlock the Power of Comprehension: Master Main Idea and Supporting Evidence at Your Own Pace.

Louwi -Cert. ELA Educator, TESOL, Executive Coach

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1 pre-recorded lesson

1 week of teacher support

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What's included

1 pre-recorded lesson

1 week

of teacher support

1 year access

to the content

Assessment

Students have an option of completing an end of course assessment, focusing on the lesson objectives.

Grading

Upon course completion, an achievement badge and certificate will be available for students to download.

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 6

Beginner - Intermediate Level

Course Overview:
This course is designed to enhance students' reading comprehension skills, focusing on the identification of topics, main ideas, and supporting details within informational texts. By the end of the course, students will efficiently extract key information from texts as they  improve their analytical thinking and academic performance.
Check out the correlating Youtube video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuoyjezWRmI 

Topics Covered:
--Learn Techniques for Effective Note-Taking (an Executive Function Skill - Organization) 
--Define and Identify ‘Topics’ and ‘Topic Sentences’ 
--Uncover Main Ideas and the Support Details
--Apply Skills to Informational (Nonfiction) Texts

Class Structure:
Each section of our course zeroes in on a different facet of reading comprehension, starting with an overview of standards and objectives. Lessons unfold through stages: Note-taking skills, Connection Building, Focused Lesson (with definitions and analysis demonstration), Guided Practice (passage analysis), Independent Practice (writing activity), and an Exit Ticket (brief assessment). Instructional videos, interactive quizzes, and hands-on exercises enrich the learning experience, culminating in a writing project where students analyze their informational writing.

Teaching Approach:
Our learner-centered approach mixes direct instruction with interactive learning, using animated videos and hands-on activities to spark curiosity and foster a love for learning.

Interaction Opportunities:
Students will:
--Analyze an image to develop insights.
--Participate in engaging Nearpod activities.
--Practice writing and critically analyzing informational texts.
--Receive feedback during guided practice and on the end-of-course assessment.

Teaching Style:
Dynamic and interactive, our teaching style makes learning both engaging and accessible. We use real-world examples to bring concepts to life, encouraging students to explore and achieve academic success.

By enrolling in this course, students will not only refine their reading comprehension skills but will also acquire valuable tools for overall academic success. Embark on a journey through the world of engaging nonfiction, boost your confidence, and achieve excellence with us!

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Learning Goals

--The student will practice note taking skills when defining ELA terms.

--The student will identify the main idea and supporting details in nonfiction.

Syllabus

Curriculum

Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum

Standards

Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)

1 Lesson

over 1 Week

Lesson 1:

Main Idea and Supporting Evidence

 This self-paced course boosts students' reading comprehension by focusing on notetaking skills as well as identifying the topic, main idea, and supporting details in nonfiction texts.

1 assignment

Other Details

Parental Guidance

During the course, students will engage with a Google Slides presentation and participate in Nearpod activities without needing to fully log into these external tools. On Nearpod, initials can be used instead of full names for privacy. However, if students opt to use Google Docs for note-taking, they will need to log into their Google account to take notes and complete the writing task.

Supply List

For students who prefer traditional note-taking, please have a notebook and a pen or pencil ready during the lesson.  Otherwise, they may use Google Docs during notetaking segments.

External Resources

In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:

Meet the teacher

Louwi -Cert. ELA Educator, TESOL, Executive Coach

Joined December, 2023

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Teacher expertise and credentials

Georgia Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts

Hello!

My name is Ms. Wilson, but everyone calls me Louwi. With 30 years as a passionate educator, I aim to help students excel through engaging resources and tailored learning experiences. I believe in guiding students towards self-efficacy, nurturing their love for learning, and fostering their development as independent problem-solvers. Recognizing each student's uniqueness, I provide personalized instruction to encourage academic excellence, critical thinking, and creativity. Additionally, I mentor students in honing their executive function skills, such as organization and time management.

As a certified ELA and TESOL educator and executive function coach with a deep background in educational technology, my goal is to deliver engaging, standards-driven virtual learning experiences. My sessions encompass reading comprehension, writing skills, creative writing, grammar, organization, time management, and seamless integration of technologies, all tailored to meet each student's needs.

I'm excited to support your child's learning journey!

Louwi