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Reading Comprehension ELA Curriculum & Test Prep-3Rd & 4th Graders (Once a Week)

Completed by 8 learners
Ages 8-11
Live Group Class
In this exciting class, 3rd and 4th grade students will learn new vocabulary & reading strategies that will help them become better readers and excel on standardized tests. Watch your child shine with pride while having fun.
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4.8
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Live video meetings
1x per week
3-8 learners per class
45 min

What's included

1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per week
Assignments
1-2 throughout the class
Letter Grade
included

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 4
Beginner - Advanced Level
🦉 Welcome to our 3rd and 4th grade Reading class! A program created by Lauren Smith - K-12 Professional with a Masters Degree in Instructional Design and certifications in  Exceptional Student Education, Reading, ESOL, and Gifted Endorsement. 

🤓 What will the students learn?
Our learning objectives will be aligned to grade level reading B.E.S.T standards. Students will learn one or more reading standards each day. They will also learn to use reading strategies that will help them improve their reading comprehension. Students learn through reading interesting texts and playing fun games!

📖 Class Syllabus:
Text selections are subject to change based on the ability level of each group.

📆 Week of November 11
Geography in Africa 
Social Studies: Geography, Societies & Culture
Words: 301
Lexile: 900L
Nonfiction
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📆 Week of November 18
When Pterosaurs Took Flight
Words: 295
Lexile: 790L
Nonfiction
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📆 Week of November  25
Helping the Fastest Land Animal in the United States
Words: 570
Lexile: 1020L
Nonfiction
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📆 Week of December 4
Bats Need Our Help!
Words: 519
Lexile: 920L
Nonfiction
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🌟 Weekly Topics are all related to cross curricular concepts that are relevant to 3rd and 4th graders, text selections may change depending on students' interest inventory.

How is your class structured?
First, the teacher will teach the topic of the week. Then, students will take turns reading a passage provided by the teacher. The teacher will hold a discussion to help develop oral language and each student will complete an online worksheet which will be automatically graded. Feedback will be provided to students at the end of class and to parents upon request.

Reading passages will be selected from the Readworks® inventory with permission and licensing and authorization from the author. 

Any required experience or knowledge learners need?
Students in this class must be entering/in 3rd or 4th grade.

Learning Goals

Students will be able to use reading strategies to help with reading comprehension.
Students will learn and master using three new vocabulary words each week.

Other Details

Pre-Requisites
Students who join this class should read at least at a 3rd grade level.
Supply List
Students will need to bring a pencil and paper to class. 
Students will need to access Google Forms and Readwords on a separate window in order to access content.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:

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Teacher expertise and credentials
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Lauren Smith
Master's Degree in Education from Western Governor's University
Lauren Smith
Master's Degree in Computer Science from Florida International University
David Rice
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Broward College
Lauren Smith
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Universidad Católica Andrés Bello
Alejandrina Von der Heyde
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science from Louisiana State University
Erin Ashby
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☀️⛱️ Whether your child is a beginner, intermediate, or advanced coder, We have summer camps for them. We also have writing and reading workshops for K-6th grade! See you this summer!

Welcome to the Coding Doctors Learning Lab! Founded by Lauren Smith, M. Ed., a member of the Computer Science Teachers Association. 

We are a fully online learning academy dedicated to the success of children of all ages, and all abilities, all around the world. We teach coding, reading, science, and more! With an incredible team that includes dedicated certified teachers and computer science experts, your learner could not be in better hands. We cannot wait to meet your student to help them embark in a new and exciting learning adventure!

--------------------About Lauren Smith-------------------------
Lauren Smith is a certified teacher in exceptional student education with a Masters in Instructional Design and specializations in reading, and English for speakers of other languages, as well as students with autism in grades K-12. She is also certified in education from birth through four years old and is a certified teacher of the gifted for grades K-12.  

Having had the privilege of working with students across various age groups and cultural backgrounds, Lauren has taught coding, reading, and mathematics to elementary, middle, and high school children from around the world. Her enthusiasm for both general and special education settings is palpable, and she currently teaches 5th grade at a public school in Hollywood, FL in the United States of America.

Beyond the classroom, Lauren is a mother of three, ages nine, twelve, and sixteen. Her personal experience as a parent, especially to a child with special needs, fuels her passion for inclusive education. Lauren's teaching philosophy centers around the belief in a growth mindset, asserting that, with the right tools, children can master any concept and achieve expertise from a young age.

In her coding classes, Lauren seamlessly integrates math and coding concepts, empowering students to create their own video games and animations through computer code while organically learning mathematical principles. Her joy lies in witnessing her students' faces light up as they discover the possibilities of their newfound knowledge.

As an avid reader herself, Lauren endeavors to instill a love for reading in her students and her own children. Her favorite children's books, ranging from "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio to the "Percy Jackson Series" by Rick Riordan, reflect her diverse literary tastes. Parents often seek her recommendations for captivating reads for children of all ages.

As a bilingual teacher fluent in Spanish, her native language, Lauren enjoys connecting with people from different corners of the globe and delights in practicing basic greetings in various languages. With a dream to travel the world with her family, Lauren Smith continues to inspire, nurture, and celebrate the joy of learning in every student she encounters.

----------------------About David Rice-----------------------
Meet David Rice, a dynamic young coding teacher based in the sunny state of Florida in the United States of America. David holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and  is currently pursuing his Master's degree. Passionate about sharing his knowledge, he has dedicated his career to educating the next generation of tech enthusiasts.

With a flair for simplifying complex concepts, David has found his niche teaching coding to middle and high school students. His innovative and engaging teaching methods not only make coding accessible but also foster creativity and critical thinking in his students. Beyond the classroom, David serves as a teacher assistant  where he continues to inspire and support aspiring computer scientists. In the heart of the tech revolution, David is shaping the minds of tomorrow's innovators with enthusiasm and expertise.

----------------------About Mr. Davy Smith-----------------------
Davy Smith is a dad of three, one boy and two girls who all love to code. He lives in sunny ☀️ Miami, FL with his family. Davy holds a degree in Networks Systems Technologies. He codes on Scratch, HTML, and Python. He has also worked in the broadcasting industry in post production for over 20 years. Mr. Smith is excited to be a part of this amazing team of teachers whose goal is to create a learning environment where kids feel comfortable with making mistakes as they learn. Mr. Smith’s goal is to teach children coding in a fun and laid back environment. 

-----------------About Señor Rodriguez------------------
Alberto Rodriguez, our teen Spanish teacher, is a native of Venezuela. He has been living in the United States for over 30 years and worked in the public school system for over 15 years. He aims to teach teens words and phrases in Spanish that they can use in their every day lives. He also knows the importance of learning grammar rules when learning a new language, so he teaches the correct way to write and read Spanish in his classes. Sr. Rodriguez is retired and now lives with his wife in the beautiful and sunny State of Florida.


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