What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
In this one-time course, we will read and discuss Gary Soto's short story, Seventh Grade. Seventh Grade discusses first impressions and attempting to be something you are not to impress others -- the "struggles" of being in Seventh Grade. During the first portion of class, students will collectively read the short story using a "popcorn" method, where each student reads a short portion of the story out loud. After reading the story, students will be asked discussion questions based on the reading. Students will discuss first impressions and what it means to them. Students will also discuss the importance of being themselves. The class is structured in a fun and comfortable manner to promote students to engage and facilitate their own discussion.
Other Details
Supply List
Students will receive a hand-out of Gary Soto's short story, Seventh Grade prior to the start of class. Ideally, students should have the handout printed out to follow along during class. Students can also read the handout on their computers or other devices during class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
We will be reading and discussing Gary Soto's short story 'Seventh Grade'.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! Teaching has always been a passion of mine. I teach reading and writing classes for all ages. For older students, I teach classes revolving around leadership, business, and life skills. I have taught 9th grade English and Literature and have also worked as a Kindergarten homeroom teacher! I believe reading and writing are essential to every child's future success and incorporate those skills in all of my classes. I have many passions that I enjoy to bring to the classroom - business, cooking, and IMPROV!
I have a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration and I'm currently working on my Masters in Psychology Counseling. I have most recently worked as a Director of Operations in the healthcare world. I have started my own business and have helped others do that as well.
I believe teaching must be fun or it simply will not stick with a student. I keep my classes light and hope that by cracking a joke or two, students will remember the material. Furthermore, students must understand the value of what they are learning. Why is this material important for them to know in their future? When will they use it in their future? I always stress the importance of a subject during my classes for students to understand it's value in their lives and future. Finally, I treat all my students with love and respect. I am understanding, loving, and fair. I create an atmosphere that is welcoming to all students and aim to be a person they look up to and feel comfortable with.
When I'm not teaching, I am usually begging my cats for attention or cooking something way too unhealthy for me to eat!
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Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
40 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-13
3-6 learners per class