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Middle School Essay Writing Self-Paced

Master the art of the 5 paragraph essay. The award winning and proven Dahlen Method™ will have you crafting effective arguments without the stress.
Brandy Dahlen and BE Education
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What's included

20 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Homework
Students will have the opportunity to complete essays and activities outside of class for additional individual feedback weekly.
Assessment
Assessment can be provided in any way requested by the family
Grading
included

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 8
Master the art of the 5 paragraph essay.  The award winning and proven Dahlen Method™ will have you crafting effective arguments without the stress.  In this course, we will cover the fundamental skills to master the art of writing compelling essays. With extensive experience in reading and grading essays, I have developed a simplified and clear approach to teaching basic essay writing. Through practical activities and engaging discussions, we will delve into essential skills week by week.

This is a self-paced, flexible schedule option for my popular middle school essay writing course. This course will offer no live class meetings.  Instead, your student will have access to a class recording weekly to watch, as well as additional written and visual documents to augment the recording creating a workshop feel during the 4 weeks.  Also each week, students will have an opportunity to complete their own essays and to receive individualized teacher feedback.  I will be available for office hours and meetings throughout the course.

Week 1: Crafting a Strong Thesis: We will focus on constructing a compelling thesis statement, the foundation of any successful essay.

Week 2: Organizational Strategies: We will explore different organizational structures and techniques to ensure logical flow and clarity in your writing.

Week 3: Harnessing Evidence: We will delve into the art of using evidence effectively to support your arguments persuasively.

Week 4: Mastering Introductions and Conclusions: We will discuss strategies for crafting captivating introductions and impactful conclusions, leaving a lasting impression on your readers.

Throughout the course, you will have the opportunity to apply the skills you learn through practical activities. Additionally, outside of class, you will have the chance to complete and submit essays for feedback, allowing you to refine your writing further.

No prior writing experience is necessary for this course, as we will cover all the fundamental skills required for essay writing. Join us on this journey to enhance your writing prowess, whether you are a beginner or seeking to refine your existing skills.
Learning Goals
Student will learn what are the elements of a strong thesis, how an essay should be organized, how to include relevant evidence and support, and finally how to develop a strong introduction and conclusion to give your essay the most effectiveness.
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Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
4 Units
20 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Unit 1: Writing a Thesis
Lesson 1:
Unit 1 Video
Lesson 2:
Unit 1 Activity 1
Lesson 3:
Unit 1 Activity 2
Lesson 4:
Unit 1 Activity 3

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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Missouri Teaching Certificate
Chidimma
Master's Degree in Computer Science from Maryville University
Chidimma
Master's Degree in Education from University of Toronto
Jelena
Master's Degree in History from University of Cambridge
Brandy Dahlen
Master's Degree from Eastern Michigan University
Karimah Whitaker
Master's Degree in History from Northwestern University
Linford
Master's Degree in Religious Studies from Yale University
Linford
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Rutgers University
Chidimma
Bachelor's Degree in History from Birmingham-Southern College
Brandy Dahlen
Bachelor's Degree from University of Alabama at Birmingham
Karimah Whitaker
Bachelor's Degree from Middle East Technical University
Maya
Bachelor's Degree in History from Millersville University
Linford
I have a master's degree in history from the University of Cambridge and 17 years teaching experience.

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