Patterns of Power- Conventions of Writing and Language
Class experience
US Grade 1 - 2
Conventions of writing allow writers to specify the exact way a word or phrase should be interpreted by the reader. They help the reader understand exactly what the writer had in mind. When you can't be there to read your writing to someone else, conventions can help do the reading for you. Students study authentic texts and come to recognize these “patterns of power”—the essential grammar conventions that readers and writers require to make meaning. My lessons introduce a way of thinking...
Students will learn the conventions of writing and written expression to become better writers and thinkers.
I have 26 years of teaching experience and two master’s degrees plus 30. I am certified in elementary education, early childhood education, special education, learning disabilities and Primary Montessori. I have the literacy endorsement and I have also been the Literacy Teacher of the Year and Teacher of the Year. I am trained in Project Read and Ortan- Gillingham. EDUC 630 Communications in Technology EDUC 623 Methods and Materials of Educational Research EDUC 676 Assessment of Diverse Learners, P-12 EDUC 622 Advanced Growth and Development of the Learner EDUC 656 Behavior and Classroom Management EDUC 674 Linguistics EDUC 651 Principles for Teaching Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Learners EDUC 653 Teaching Reading and Writing to Limited English Proficient (LEP) Learners EDUC 603 Cultural Diversity in Education EDUC 610 Learning Management Systems in Education EDUC 620 Advanced Educational Psychology EDUC 695 Field-based Individualized Activities and Capstone Experience.
Paper Pencil
None
We will use the curriculum guide Patterns of Power.
Hello! My name is Gerri McConnell. I have been teaching for 23 years. I have taught kindergarten, 1st grade, special education and Montessori. I am certified in elementary education, early childhood education, special education, learning...
Group Class
$12
weekly ($6 per class)2x per week
30 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages 6-8
3-6 learners per class