Montessori Online English Language Course: Essay Writing Strategies (Grade 5)
Master Grade 4 Elementary School Montessori English essay writing in 4 weeks! We will help organize their writing, build descriptive language, craft strong introductions and conclusions, edit and master revising skills for strong writing.
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
includedAssessment
includedClass Experience
US Grade 5
Our Grade 5 Elementary School Montessori Writing Strategies class, we develop English essay writing skills necessasry for Middle School. Students learn to organize ideas, craft compelling arguments, revise writing for clarity and coherence, and conduct basic research to support their writing. We are proud to be the first and only accredited Montessori school on the Outschool platform, featuring certified teachers who bring their expertise from our brick-and-mortar school located in Ontario, Canada. Topics covered include: - Organizing Writing and Introductions and Conclusions: Students will understand how to structure their writing cohesively, including organizing ideas logically and crafting engaging introductions and conclusions. - Developing and Supporting Arguments: They will learn to formulate persuasive arguments, supporting their claims with evidence, examples, and reasoning. - Editing and Revising: Emphasis will be placed on refining their writing through editing for grammar, punctuation, clarity, and coherence. Students will also learn revision techniques to enhance content and style. - Research Skills: Students will be introduced to basic research methodologies, including gathering information from credible sources, summarizing findings, and integrating research into their writing. - Techniques for organizing ideas effectively, such as outlining and using graphic organizers. - Strategies for crafting compelling introductions and conclusions that summarize key points and leave a lasting impression. - How to structure arguments logically, providing evidence and counterarguments to support their claims. - Methods for editing and revising, including peer review and self-assessment. Introduction to research skills, including conducting searches, evaluating sources, and citing references. Class Structure: The class will be structured around a combination of discussions and hands-on writing activities. Each session will begin with a brief review of previous concepts before introducing new topics. Students will engage in individual and group activities to apply learned strategies, culminating in writing assignments that allow for practice and application of skills. My teaching method will be interactive and encouraging active participation and critical thinking. I will use examples from various genres to illustrate writing concepts and engage students in discussions to deepen their understanding. Emphasis will be placed on providing timely feedback to guide improvement in writing skills. My teaching style will be supportive and collaborative, fostering a positive learning environment where students feel encouraged to explore their ideas and develop their unique writing voice. I will model effective writing techniques and encourage peer collaboration through group activities and peer review sessions. Students will have many opportunities to interact with me through discussions, question and answer sessions, and individualized feedback on their writing assignments. Peer collaboration will also be encouraged to promote learning from each other’s perspectives.
Learning Goals
Students will learn to organize their writing effectively by structuring their ideas logically. They will apply techniques such as outlining, paragraphing, and creating clear introductions and conclusions in their work.
Students will develop the ability to formulate and support arguments with relevant evidence and examples. They will demonstrate clear reasonings and coherence in their persuasive writing.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Organizing Writing and Introductions and Conclusions
Students will learn how to organize their writing effectively by structuring their ideas in a coherent manner. They will practice crafting engaging introductions that capture the reader's attention and conclusions that summarize their main points effectively.
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Developing and supporting argument
Students will learn to develop and support arguments using relevant evidence, logical reasoning, and examples. They will understand how to structure their arguments cohesively and persuade their audience effectively
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Editing and Revising
Students will develop skills in editing and revising their writing to improve clarity, coherence, and overall quality. They will learn strategies to identify and correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors, as well as refine their writing style and organization.
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Research skills
Students will be introduced to basic research skills, including how to gather information from credible sources, evaluate the reliability of sources, and integrate information effectively into their writing. They will also learn how to cite sources appropriately to support their ideas and avoid plagiarism.
50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
A weekly material list will be provided to you prior to class, in preparation for the following week of classes. Learners are responsible for having the listed materials on hand and printed worksheets ready. If learners are missing a material, alternative suggestions can be provided. Classes will typically require commonly found household items or stationary such as: pencil, eraser, highlighter, scissors, stapler, glue etc.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Accounting from University of Waterloo
Master's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Bangalore University
7 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Ocad university
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from University of Waterloo
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Ottawa
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Carleton University
Bachelor's Degree in Business/Commerce from University of Guelph
Bachelor's Degree in Education from York University
Bachelor's Degree from McMaster University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Brock University
Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from York University
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Centennial College
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Live Group Course
$18
weekly or $72 for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-11
2-6 learners per class