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Summer Prep Writing Course for Middle School Learners

Avoid summer learning loss by enrolling your learner in a six week course designed to develop and strengthen writing skills needed for middle school. The class is great for new and continuing middle grade learners.
Jaquita Rideau, M.Ed.
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What's included

6 live meetings
4 hrs 30 mins in-class hours
Assignments
1-2 hours per week. Learners will compose paragraphs and two final essays in this course that will be assessed against a rubric. I focus on feedback, but I will give a numerical score as well for parents and learners that request one.
Assessment
Learners will compose paragraphs and two final essays in this course that will be assessed against a rubric. I focus on feedback, but I will give a numerical score as well for parents and learners that request one.

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 8
Beginner - Advanced Level
Welcome to "Summer Prep Writing Course for Middle School Learners," an engaging online course designed to equip learners with essential writing skills for success in middle school. This course is perfect for students transitioning from elementary school or those already in middle school who want to strengthen their writing abilities. This course can help fill in learning gaps before learners begin the next school term.

Course Features
Interactive Lessons: Engaging teacher and interactive activities ensure a dynamic learning experience.

Practice Assignments: Apply what you learn with hands-on writing assignments and receive personalized feedback from an experienced instructor.

Flexible Content: Learn at your own pace by reviewing class material and previous class recordings accessible from any device, anytime.

Sample Models: Learners have exemplar texts to examine that act as clear, concrete examples of quality work which helps students understand expectations, identify areas for improvement, and improve their own work.

Who Should Enroll?
This course is ideal for:

⭐️ Students entering middle school who want to excel in writing tasks.

⭐️ Learners seeking to improve their writing skills across various styles.

⭐️ Parents and guardians looking for a supportive resource to aid their child's writing development.

I evaluate all typed and written submissions. When completing writing assessments, students are usually evaluated on several key criteria:

Clarity and Coherence: The ability to express ideas clearly and logically.

Grammar and Mechanics: Proper use of grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

Structure and Organization: Effective organization of ideas, including a strong introduction, body, and conclusion.

Creativity and Originality: The use of unique ideas and creative approaches.

Evidence: The ability to support arguments with relevant evidence and proper citation.


Feedback is a crucial part of writing assessments. I provide detailed comments highlighting strengths and areas for improvement. This feedback helps students refine their skills and enhance their writing abilities over time.

Class sizes will remain small for the most optimal learning environment, so please enroll now to ensure your learner has a spot in the next step of their academic journey.

Learning Goals

Build a strong foundation in grammar, punctuation, and sentence construction.
Learn how to structure paragraphs with clear topic sentences, supporting details, and effective conclusions.
learning goal

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
6 Lessons
over 6 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Fundamentals of Grammar and Sentence Structure
 Learner will focus on building a strong foundation in grammar, punctuation, and sentence construction. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Developing Paragraphs
 Learners will review how to structure paragraphs with clear topic sentences, supporting details, and effective conclusions. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Expository Writing Skills
 Learners will understand how to compose informative and persuasive essays with logical arguments and evidence. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Expository Writing Skills
 Learners will continue composing their expository essay and submit a final essay at the beginning of week 5. 
45 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Learning Needs
For learners with unique learning needs, extended time, shorter writing assignments and sentence/writing starters are available. Please request for your learner.
Pre-Requisites
To enroll in the class, students should have a basic understanding of grammar and sentence structure. Familiarity with word processing (Google Docs, One Drive, Word) s the class involves submitting assignments.
Supply List
Writing Journal
Paper
Pen/Pencil
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined April, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in English from Georgia Southern University
I have over ten years of experience teaching composition and writing to students of all ages. I've spent the last five years helping over 3,400 learners grow in their writing ability on Outschool's platform.

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1x per week, 6 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
3-8 learners per class

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