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Mastering the Five Paragraph Essay: Middle School Writing Part I

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Teacher Jade's Writing Academy
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Learners will learn how to effectively write four five-paragraph essays: Definition, Compare and Contrast, Persuasive, and Analysis. Learners will receive feedback on all submitted work.

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 9
Beginner - Intermediate Level
4 lessons//4 Weeks
 Week 1
Lesson 1
Definition Essay and Essay Structure
This lesson is about how to structure a five-paragraph essay and the first essay is assigned.
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Compare/Contrast Essay and Outline
This lesson is about using graphic organizers and an outline to develop an essay.
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Persuasive Essay and the Four-Square Method
This lesson is about using logos, pathos, and ethos to persuade readers.
 Week 4
Lesson 4
Analysis Essay and Literary Devices
This lesson is about using literary devices to write a literary analysis essay.
This class is taught in English.
  • Students will understand how to develop a thesis statement.
  • Students will learn how to implement outlines and graphic organizers to assist with their writing process.
  • Student will practice structuring paragraphs (topic sentence, main idea, and thesis statements).
  • Student will select a word or phrase to define.
  • Student will include their outline (point-by-point or subject-by-subject).
  • Students will learn how to structure four essays.
  • Student will select a piece of literature to analyze.
𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗝𝗮𝗱𝗲 (𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿):
I started my path to teaching in college when I volunteered with AmeriCorps.  I went on to teach in traditional public schools after I completed my M.Ed and received my teaching license, but I quickly learned the school environment was not the ideal setting for myself or my child.  That is when I transitioned to homeschooling and teaching online.  I have been teaching writing course for fifteen years.  My primary objective in each class is to help the learners feel comfortable and gain confidence in their writing.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: 3-6 throughout the class
Feedback: included
Details: Learners will have weekly essay writing assignments.
Assessment
Frequency: included
Details: All submitted work will receive feedback both in-text and on a rubric.
Learners should have experience basic essay formatting (introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion). For beginners, please check out: https://outschool.com/classes/essay-writing-hamburger-paragraph-and-the-five-paragraph-essay-9FocrLgh?usid=
 4 files available upon enrollment
Learners may need lined writing paper, pencil/pen, and/or erasers for note taking. However, PPTs will be posted after class so taking notes is optional. Essays must be submitted as: .doc, .docx, .rtf., .txt, .pdf, or as a GoogleDoc. If none of these options are available, the essay can be typed and directly submitted in the chat box.
Parents, please make sure you’re checking the classroom and the teacher tab to ensure that your children are submitting their work. Work that isn’t submitted cannot receive feedback and work that isn’t turned in by the due dates will not receive feedback.
Joined November, 2017
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Illinois Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Saarah Na’Allah
Master's Degree in Education from University of Minnesota
(Teacher) Jade W. | M.Ed. & Licensed Instructor
Bachelor's Degree in History from University of Minnesota
(Teacher) Jade W. | M.Ed. & Licensed Instructor
Welcome to Teacher Jade’s Writing Academy, where we ignite the love for writing in young minds! Our formal essay writing and creative writing courses are tailor-made for youth ages 8-18, delivered by exceptional teachers fueled by a genuine... 

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$24

weekly or $96 for 4 classes
1x per week, 4 weeks
40 min

Completed by 3965 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
3-11 learners per class

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