Middle School Essay Semester Course - Learn the Basics to Essay Writing!
In this course, students will learn how to write different essays (Descriptive, Narrative, Expository, Argumentative, Analytical) with steps and outlines, and more while receiving 1-1 feedback and learning how to edit their writing.
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28 live meetings
21 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. During our classes, students will work through writing activities, but the goal is to complete as much of our writing in class as possible! The purpose of this is to challenge students to develop their writing ability and to continue to understand how to develop their writing and arguments on their own through multiple rounds of feedback and editing, both as a group and 1-1 with the teacher. If writing assignments are not finished in class, students will be asked to finish them as part of their homework.Grading
Grading - Students will have the opportunity to receive a grade in the form of their choosing.I am happy to provide a grade in the form of a percentage, letter, or both. I can also offer a formal letter for submission to state programs. I ask students throughout the semester about their needs for grading and am happy to work with parents to create a plan that meets their needs! Please note that Grading is NOT required.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 8
Throughout this class, students will explore different essay styles while learning how to complete different skills and steps as part of the essay writing process.
We will cover five styles of essays: Descriptive, Narrative, Expository, Argumentative, and Analytical. Students can expect to receive help with the following for each day of the week:
- Day 1: Skills and Partial Work Day
- Introduction to the Skill(s)
- Mentor Text Examples
- Sentence Starters
- Guided Practice
- Day 2: Work Day and Feedback/Revision
- Applying the Skill(s) in Longer Writing Pieces
- 1-1 Feedback
- Editing and Revisions
- Read-ThroughsLearning Goals
Writing:
- Prompt Write using Different Styles
- Participate in Writing Workshops
- Write Using Elements of Paragraphs
- Pick, Use, and Cite Quotes/Evidence
- Edit and Revise Writing
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)28 Lessons
over 14 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction and Welcome
- Introduction to the Course
- Setting Up Materials
- Thesis Statements 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Descriptive Essays
- Introduction to Essay Writing
- Basic Writing Elements
- Thesis Statements Continued 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Descriptive Essays
The descriptive essay is a genre of essay that asks the student to describe something—object, person, place, experience, emotion, situation, etc.
- Students will choose their own topic of interest to work with.
- These essays provide a written account of an experience by developing a vivid image for the reader! 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Descriptive Essays
Work Day and Feedback/Revision
- Applying the Skill(s) in Longer Writing Pieces
- 1-1 Feedback
- Editing and Revisions
- Read-Throughs 45 mins online live lesson
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Colorado Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
I have been teaching professionally for over 5 years in both Missouri and Colorado. I have been on Outschool since early January 2020 and can provide links to classes where I teach the concepts of this semester-long class so you can look through them and look at the reviews to see how other parents and students have reacted to my courses. I am happy to answer any questions that you have!Reviews
Live Group Course
$33
weekly or $460 for 28 classes2x per week, 14 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
3-6 learners per class
