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Spar Lit Jr 2: Understanding Literature Through Debate--A Long Way From Chicago
Cindy Frank
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In this multi-session course we will explore the deeper meanings of Richard Peck's Newbery Honor Book A Long Way From Chicago through discussion and SPAR Debate. ESL friendly, CEFR level — B1-B2 (Intermediate) #academic
Class experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Intermediate Level
Kindly note: This is an ESL friendly class, CEFR level — B1-B2 (intermediate). Please feel free to write me via Outschool email with questions. *** Now is the time to use the key skills of speech and debate in the classroom and the world! Both first time students and learners who have taken SPAR Lit Jr. A Wrinkle in Time are welcome in this class. No previous experience with SPAR debate is necessary. Our classes will focus on blending the acknowledged technique of SPAR debating with...
Students successfully completing this course will be able to: *To gain confidence in speaking and organization *Understand all the basic ideas of debate and rhetoric *Gain deeper understanding of literature through debate * To communicate effectively through speaking, thinking adroitly and responding fluently * Improve memory retention and organizational skills * Gain confidence and poise in oral presentation * Expand vocabulary and word usage *To gain deeper understanding of the nuances of literature
Longtime teacher of literature for both middle and high school students. Founder and former coach of an award-winning Speech and Debate team that competed at local, state and national levels, long-time speech judge for local, regional, national speech events for NCFL and National Speech and Debate Association, former teacher of high school debate and rhetoric, art history, literature, and AP Language and Composition.
Homework Offered
Students will be required to read the portions of the text we will be considering for the upcoming week.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
Pencil and paper always!
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
A Long Way From Chicago by Richard Peck (note: this book is readily available via Amazon or borrowed online from your local library.) https://www.amazon.com/Long-Way-Chicago-Stories-Classics/dp/0141303522
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Hello, Everyone, I'm Cindy Frank! *Proud ACE Educator and INDEPENDENT TEACHER *Classes limited to 6 students--all have a voice in the classroom * All classes taught, written, and created by me for my learners *Each session a full 55 minutes of...
Group Class
$224
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
55 min
Completed by 30 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-6 learners per class
