$86
for 4 classesOne Hour Essay Writing-Start to Finish-Middle Level Class
Completed by 21 learners
Ages 9-14
Live Group Class
Live video meetings
2x per week, 2 weeks
2-6 learners per class
60 min
What's included
4 live meetings
4 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. The editing and revising section will probably be HW for the next class, not meant to take more than 10 minutes, however, as this is practice for these skills, learners who do not complete the essay in the 30 minute time frame. may have the completion also for HW.Assessment
All work will be given maximum feedback by either editing and revising again with the teacher or through response via Google.docsClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
In this fast-paced, enjoyable class first and foremost all learners are treated with kindness in a safe environment. That is most important. Students will be given a choice of two topics for each class and will be urged to pick a topic they have a connection to so they will be able to dive right in with precise, specific ideas.Topics taught include: organization of brainstorming/ planning and of the essay with an opening, body paragraphs, a strong conclusion all backed up with strong, specific supporting ideas and examples, designing a closing paragraph that uses a "zinger" example or fact that has been saved for closing for maximum impact, all while paying close attention to spelling, mechanics, punctuation,grammar, revision through using on-topic, specific facts, varied sentences and vocabulary and figurative language. Students will be editing in the last five minutes and then, depending on class size, either submitting the essay on Google.docs for teacher comments or editing and revising on zoom with the teacher. Class is fast-paced for maximum essay writing practice so the goal is 5 minutes of planning, 30 minutes of writing in class, 5 minutes of editing and revising.- use of computer editing tools is not allowed. Essays will not be graded, but maximum feedback will be given.
Other Details
Supply List
Google.docs so the essay can be shared with the teacher. PDF as supplied by the teacher. Other resources are not allowed for editing, revising or research.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
All sources will be supplied by teacher through a pdf for the entire 4 classes.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from The College of St. Rose
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Union College
There is nothing more exciting than when you see a student think deeply, question ideas, share a new thought, or explore character’s actions/ decisions or a quote or a purpose the author had when writing a novel and then connect the information to learner’s own story in life. Helping students reach their full potential, and beyond, in a setting that is safe, exciting, creative and funny is what teaching is all about to me. The climate has to be one that is free from bullying, pressure, and negative interactions and, instead, is one that students can’t wait to get to as they know the time in that class will be rewarding, creative, stimulating, and allow them to be who they really are and share what they want to share. There is nothing more exciting, as a teacher, then when that light bulb illuminates and a student feels confident to share and take an idea, quote, author’s purpose or decision from a book and see how it can affect real life or when a learner sees their full potential, in the written word they create.
We can make literature, come alive in a really fun, fast-paced active discussion filled atmosphere.
My background professionally is having taught third grade, fifth grade, and Sixth grade language arts for 33 years with a background in psychology, elementary education, school administration and an extensive background in overnight camping.My favorite teaching topics include writing poetry, creative and nonfiction writing, and reading/sharing outstanding literature with discussions that bring critical thinking skills and life lessons to the students. I am excited to bring this teaching to an environment that is bully free with motivated students in a small group setting.I always look forward to reading my students work as I see such brilliance in people of this age.
I can be found in the upstate NY, most often being out on the lake in my boat from spring to fall (I love being on water!), playing guitar and singing, collecting Pez, reading , cooking and baking, volunteering in the community as often as I can to make things better for others, and spending lots of time with Derby, the wonder dog, my amazingly bright and talented rescue dog who undoubtably will make visits into the virtual classroom. I also enjoy bike riding, yoga, and meditation. Most importantly, I place great emphasis on finding ways, small and big ways, that will allow my students and myself to make our mark in this world and make it a better place for others. The small ways are most often the best ways and I believe students are brilliant people who can absolutely change the world.
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