Mastering Persuasive Writing Camp
In this 5 day class, students will learn about the structure of a persuasive essay and how to craft a compelling and effective argument. They will go through the writing process to write their own persuasive essays.
Wild and Unstructured Learning
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What's included
5 live meetings
4 hrs 35 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students may need to work on their persuasive essays outside of class time.Class Experience
This five-day middle school persuasive essay camp aims to make the writing process not only educational, but an adventurous journey. Through a blend of individual and group activities, students will hone their persuasive writing skills while enjoying the collaborative learning experience. Students will learn the structure of a persuasive essay and go through the writing process to craft their own compelling persuasive essay.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to write compelling and effective persuasive essays.
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Launching the Persuasive Odyssey
Overview of the persuasive essay genre and its real-world applications. Discussion on the power of persuasion in daily life. Introduction to ethos, pathos, and logos. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Charting the Course for Persuasion
Exciting brainstorming activities to help students select their persuasive topics. Introduction to effective research methods for gathering supporting evidence.
Developing a clear and concise thesis statement. In-depth exploration of the persuasive essay structure. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
The Art of Persuasive Writing
Analyzing effective introductions in famous persuasive essays. Writing introduction paragraphs.
Organizing and presenting evidence effectively. Drafting persuasive body paragraphs. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Counter Arguments and Conclusions
Strategies for addressing and refuting opposing views. Writing counterarguments.
Analyzing and discussing effective conclusions in persuasive writing. Writing concluding paragraphs. 55 mins online live lesson
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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined October, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
11 teachers have teaching certificates
Alabama Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Michigan Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Kentucky Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Kansas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Texas Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate
Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
10 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from University of West Alabama
Master's Degree in Education from Saginaw Valley State University
Master's Degree in Education from American International College
Master's Degree from Duke University
Master's Degree in Education from University of Houston Clear Lake
Master's Degree in Education from Lesley University
Master's Degree in Linguistics from Nagoya Gakuin University (Japan)
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Houston-Clear Lake
Master's Degree in Civil Engineering from University of Ottawa
Master's Degree in Special Education from Moreland University
12 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Montevallo
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Mount Holyoke College
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Asbury College
Bachelor's Degree in English from Nagoya Gakuin University (Japan)
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Furman University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Longwood University
Bachelor's Degree in English from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Houston Clear Lake
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Whitworth University
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Angelo State University
Bachelor's Degree from Angelo State University
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Bohai University, China
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from University of Missouri
Teachers will have at least 5 years experience teaching middle school writing.
Here is a link to a document with all of Wild and Unstructured Learning's teachers. They are listed alphabetically in the document.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zItA4QLkRR6dfhOEMzBjrWW_Zssk9Yz5B90Nstuli0c/edit?usp=sharingReviews
Live Group Course
$105
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
55 min
Completed by 11 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
3-10 learners per class
