One-on-One with Jaden
In this course, Jaden will have the opportunity to further develop his appreciation for reading and writing through engaging activities such as discussions, reflections, readings, and creative writing activities.
Mr. LeCara
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What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed60 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Homework
1-2 hours per week. HOME ACTIVITIES: Home activities will vary, but possible activities may include: • reading • analysis • reflections • open-ended questions • story prompts • flash fiction exercises • dialogue exercises • character exercises • conflict exercises • storyboarding/plottingAssessment
Progress will be assessed as follows: --Learner Questions: Learner will be encouraged to ask questions about the text being read, which can help assess their comprehension of the material. --Discussion: The instructor will facilitate discussion about the text, encouraging the learner to share thoughts and ideas, thus assessing the learner's ability to analyze and interpret the material. --Inferences: Learner will be asked to make inferences based on the text to assess their ability to draw conclusions and make connections between different parts of the material. --Personal Connections: Learner will work through ways to connect with the characters on a personal level, and assess their ability to empathize and relate to the material. --Articulating Importance: When reading nonfiction, the instructor may ask learner to articulate why the material is important and why others should care about it, assessing their ability to analyze and synthesize information.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 11
Beginner - Advanced Level
OVERVIEW Jaden's parents want to schedule weekly private sessions where he can creatively express himself as he reads and discusses high-interest text in a one-on-one setting with a teacher. HOW STUDENT WILL LEARN | TEACHER'S TEACHING STYLE Learning will take place through a one-on-one customized approach to the “Mastering the Art of Reading" course, specifically "Strategies for Understanding Fiction" and "Summarizing and Analyzing Texts" sections. Because the approach to understanding agreed upon reading selections will be as "readers" AND "writers," sections from "The Short Story: An Author's Guide to Writing" course, specifically "Story Elements," "Dialogue," "Conflict," and "Character Creation" will also be covered. Some sessions may include, but are not limited to, slides, readings (aloud and silent), worksheets, reflections, role-playing, and discussion. Jaden will have a chance to learn, practice, and then demonstrate learning during this time by meeting agreed benchmarks established with/by all parties before the start date, including crafting original stories. TOPICS COVERED DURING READINGS --Strategies for Understanding Fiction --Summarizing and Analyzing Texts --Story Elements --Dialogue --Conflict --Character Creation INTERACTIONS WITH TEACHER Student/parents will have access to the teacher 24/7. Jaden will be expected to share his experiences before, during, and after attempted strategies. PROPOSED SCHEDULE: Summer Months LENGTH OF SESSIONS: Sixty Minutes READING SELECTION(S): To be determined through a discussion with Jaden and parents. GOAL: Maximize interest by allowing Jaden to determine either genre, title, length, or all three.
Learning Goals
LEARNING GOALS: to be covered at learner’s pace
--Identify and apply effective reading strategies for different types of texts.
--Analyze and interpret texts at a deeper level, including identifying literary devices and themes.
--Meet text analysis expectations for the classroom and formal assessments.
--Develop critical thinking skills to evaluate and draw conclusions from texts.
--Summarize and synthesize information from multiple sources.
--Build vocabulary and improve language skills.
--Employ literary elements such as point of view, tone, imagery, voice, metaphor, figurative language.
--Develop an appreciation for reading, storytelling, and creative expression.
Other Details
Supply List
Learner may wish to have a notebook handy, along with sticky notes and highlighters.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined June, 2018
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Connecticut Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Mr. L is a 30-year veteran English teacher. He is also a published writer.Reviews
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