Private Tutoring: Writing a Cohesive, Organized, and Effective Paragraph
In this class, we will discuss the step-by-step process of designing, writing, and reviewing a paragraph that makes an impact on our reader. Students will be given a writing assignment which will be proofread and revised.
Kim Cooper Smith
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(339)
What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
Students will be asked to write a paragraph after the first class which should be turned in before the upcoming class.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 12
Your teacher has just asked you to write a paragraph...now what? In this class, students will have the opportunity to receive individual instruction and feedback as they learn about the purpose, components, and method for creating a paragraph. I will break the process down into concrete steps and provide examples to support the student's understanding beginning with how to identify a main idea. Throughout the sessions, I will offer practical, easy-to-implement strategies to maximize the impact and effectiveness of a paragraph. We will also address any specific needs the student may have such as: brainstorming, supporting the main idea, or summarizing the paragraph. The first class includes a homework assignment which will be discussed at length in the following class. This is the opportunity for students to increase their levels of comfort and confidence as they begin to realize their own writing skills and the applicability of a well-constructed paragraph in so much of what they write. Topics to be discussed include: Session 1: Introduction; Definition, Components, and Process for writing a paragraph; Homework is assigned Session 2: Review; Homework is discussed, proofread, and edited; Final questions and concerns As this is an inclusive space, all students are welcome. If your student has special abilities or requires accommodations, please let me know.
Learning Goals
Students will have a better understanding of a paragraph, its importance in writing, and the tools to construct one.
Other Details
Supply List
Writing materials will be required for both classes.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
4.9
339reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree from University of South Carolina
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults within the educational and mental health systems. While in graduate school, I was a part-time college instructor which ignited my passion for teaching. I then became a mental health therapist, working in residential facilities as well as in the community. For the past six years, I have taught students online, which has been rewarding and challenging in ways that continue to inspire me.
Along with being a teacher, I am also a writer. I have had two short stories published, and I continue to regularly submit material. For three years, I had a blog that included my short stories, reviews, and opinions on various issues. Other examples of my writing experience consist of curriculums for an independent living program, program descriptions, numerous website articles, as well as online advertisements. I enjoy sharing my passion for writing with students and hearing about what inspires them. I strive to provide a supportive atmosphere for my students, allowing them to harness and express their creativity in ways unique to them.
Throughout my educational and professional careers, I have implemented various tools in my own life to create and maintain a system of learning, organization, and balance. After successes and failures alike, I now believe the knowledge of "how to learn" is a skill that serves us well after we graduate from school. I enjoy sharing these valuable skills with students who may discover a new way to be productive, feel confident as they plan for their future, and apply them to different parts of their lives for the rest of their lives. Reviews
Live Private Class
$72
for 2 classes1x per week, 2 weeks
45 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-18
