Textual Treasures: Navigating Informational Texts in Middle School
In this 8-week course, students will review fiction and nonfiction, practice note-taking skills, define vocabulary words, find text evidence, and complete reading comprehension questions.
Christine- Little Reading Coach
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What's included
8 live meetings
6 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. *Students will complete a Blooket quiz for homework *Students may have to finish defining vocabulary or answering reading questions depending on the class.Assessment
Blooket quizzes will be assigned each week based on the nonfiction text that was read in class. Students will complete these quizzes for homework. If a learner scores below a 70%, the instructor will reach out to parents/guardians. Quizzes are not mandatory, but they inform the instructor and family.Grading
Grades offered upon request. Please reach out to the course instructor for more information.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
In middle school, students increase their amount of nonfiction reading. Classes like social studies, science, and math, rely on informational texts to teach students new information. Students must use different reading strategies when tackling nonfiction works. In this course, students will practice reading and comprehending nonfiction passages written by the course instructor. During each class, students will: *Review the difference between fiction and nonfiction passages *Practice reading comprehension strategies *Review and practice note-taking skills *Find text evidence to support reading comprehension answers All materials will be posted to the classroom before class, so students have time to print the resources if they choose to. Students will complete a Blooket quiz on each topic for homework for instructor to monitor progress and ensure understanding of class lessons. Below are the titles of the informational text students will read in this course. Week 1- Going Viral Week 2- Taylor Swift Week 3- The Titanic Week 4-William Shakespeare Week 5- The Evolution of Gaming Week 6- Daylight Saving Time Week 7- The Fountain of Youth Week 8- Life in the Middle Ages
Learning Goals
Students will compare/contrast fiction and nonfiction by participating in a discussion
Students will review note-taking strategies by watching instructor model different methods (highlighting, labeling)
Students will improve their reading comprehension skills by answering questions and participating in discussions.
Students will gain knowledge of new vocabulary words by completing a graphic organizer and participating in discussions.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Going Viral
Practice note-taking skills, complete reading comprehension questions, define vocabulary words, and find text evidence. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Taylor Swift
Practice note-taking skills, complete reading comprehension questions, define vocabulary words, and find text evidence. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
The Titanic
Practice note-taking skills, complete reading comprehension questions, define vocabulary words, and find text evidence. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
William Shakespeare
Practice note-taking skills, complete reading comprehension questions, define vocabulary words, and find text evidence. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
This class is ideal for learners with unique learning needs. We focus on reading strategies and comprehension. Please reach out to the instructor for accommodation information :).
Parental Guidance
The Titanic does discuss drowning and death.
Supply List
The instructor will provide Word Document versions of the informational texts. Students may print or view the materials electronically. *Students should come to class with teacher provided materials, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil. Week 1- Going Viral Week 2- Taylor Swift Week 3- The Titanic Week 4-William Shakespeare Week 5- The Evolution of Gaming Week 6- Daylight Saving Time Week 7- The Fountain of Youth Week 8- Life in the Middle Ages
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Week 1- Going Viral
Week 2- Taylor Swift
Week 3- The Titanic
Week 4-William Shakespeare
Week 5- The Evolution of Gaming
Week 6- Daylight Saving Time
Week 7- The Fountain of Youth
Week 8- Life in the Middle Ages
Blooket will also be used. Students do not need an account to access the quizzes.
Joined June, 2023
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Phoenix
Bachelor's Degree in English from Centenary College
A certified English teacher and Reading Specialist with 15 years experience teaching students in grades 6-12. Reviews
Live Group Course
$20
weekly1x per week, 8 weeks
50 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
3-18 learners per class
