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The Five Elements of a Perfect Paragraph
Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 6
Intermediate - Advanced Level
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
In this class, students will learn the five elements of a well-developed paragraph. We will examine model paragraphs. Students will be introduced to topic sentences, supporting details that directly relate to the topic sentence, and concluding sentences. Students will identify the parts of a paragraph. After class, students will write a well-developed paragraph that contains: 1. One controlling idea 2. Sentences clearly related to topic sentence 3. Logical order 4. Thoroughly developed...
- Students will be able to construct a well-developed paragraph. Students will write a topic sentence. Students will use supporting details in a paragraph. Students will examine a model text to understand how to write a paragraph.
I have over ten years of experience teaching composition to learners of all ages.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: Available upon requestFeedback: Available upon requestDetails: Students will need to submit a completed paragraph after class. This paragraph will be reviewed and feedback will be given for submissions received on time.Assessment
Frequency: Available upon requestDetails: Learners will be assessed through written feedback.Grading
Frequency: Available upon requestDetails: Grades will be provided upon request. All feedback is scored against a rubric. I will only calculate the grade if requested.
Students will need pen/pencil and paper for class. I prefer for all paragraph assignments to be typed, but handwritten copies are allowed as well.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in English from Georgia Southern University
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Group Class
$15
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-12
2-6 learners per class