Persuasive Writing-- the Magic Three Advanced
In this 6 session course, students will learn strategies and tips to make their persuasive writing stronger, more efficient and more logical by harnessing the power of three.
Diane SULLIVAN
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5.0
Number of reviews:(170)
What's included
6 live meetings
5 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students will be required to work on their piece of writing during the week.Assessment
During class, there will be self, peer and teacher feedback/evaluation. Final piece of writing will be evaluated on a rubricClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Advanced Level
In this class, students will learn 9 steps that will make their persuasive writing more effective. This will be wonderful for school essays, editorials and more. Each week we will discover different ways that using the power of three can make their writing more persuasive. The class will be a combination of teacher led mini-lectures, students' written and oral responses. We will begin by brainstorming ideas. Once students have ideas, we will begin writing using specific strategies. At the beginning of each class, students will have a chance to share their writing and get feedback from peers and me. Lessons week by week: Week One: The Magic Three-- Why THREE is important; brainstorming topics Week Two: Thesis statements-The essential beginning- using parallel structure to help with organization Week Three: Three body paragraphs-- plus one(counterclaim) Week Four: Writing a catchy lead/hook Week Five:Three qualities of good examples, explanations, details, evidence, facts, quotations, Week Six: Three ways to write a successful conclusion.
Learning Goals
Students will write, edit and improve a piece of persuasive writing.
Other Details
Supply List
Students need writing materials. Piece of writing can be hand written or typed.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
5.0
170reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Wisconsin Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Clear Lake- Houston
Bachelor's Degree in English from University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee
Words, words, words. Where would we be without them? They can make us laugh,cry, feel, think, reflect and push us to change the world. I have 40 years of experience teaching English Language Arts to adolescents-- and I am still smiling! What can I teach? If it deals with language, I can do it: grammar, literature, essay writing, creative writing, poetry,and word study to name a few. I have also directed plays for over 35 years for kids ranging from 3 to 18, and for adults in community theatre, so I can teach all aspects of Theater Arts. Because I am also an actress, I am energetic, enthusiastic and animated.
I believe, like Nelson Mandela has said, " Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." That is what teaching should be. AND, it should be fun!!
I have a BA in English and a MA in Humanities/Theater Arts, and a lifetime teaching certificate.
I am now retired. BUT, I am not tired of teaching-- it's who I am and what I do. I have 40 years worth of ideas to share with eager learners of all ages. Come learn and play with me.
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Live Group Class
$115
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
50 min
Completed by 14 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
1-6 learners per class
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