What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
Complete in 4 weeks or 4 days--you determine the pace! I often hear that certain basic manners are lacking in middle and high school, but it's hard to get upset with the kids, as they don't know what they don't know; I have a class geared toward 10-15 year olds, but have found there is a demand for younger kids as well, which is what this is! This class introduces/reinforces the basics as the social sphere of 5-10 year olds expands beyond the home to school, extracurricular activities, and all the experiences that come along with them. If scheduling a time in the summer is more difficult for you, this is the version to take! For each class, students will view the content video with a specific focus and can then submit any questions via classroom messaging--while asynchronous, I will be available throughout the week to answer any questions from students or parents within a timely manner. Since most of the videos exceed the size limit available for upload to Outschool, I am posting them on a private YouTube channel made only for my classes, and then each video will be embedded within the classroom--at no point will students leave the OutSchool learning platform. I am on Eastern Standard Time, which doesn't matter as much with this being a Flex class, but am most available from 7:00am - 8:00pm (EST) for correspondence. I will offer staggered sections so you can enroll during a period that works best for you! What we cover (topics subject to being rearranged based on need & feedback): Class 1: -Introduction -When to (and *why* we) say "please" and "thank you" -Asking permission Class 2: -Conducting yourself in public -Keeping yourself entertained without electronics -Being mindful of how loud you are -Waiting your turn Class 3: -Meeting new people -Always being kind...even when you don't feel like it -Interacting with your elders Class 4: -Eating at a restaurant or at someone's home -Going to a birthday party or friend's house -Proper table etiquette Material will be presented via a prerecorded video with a supplemental handout of what is covered; students & parents will be encouraged to ask questions, offer observations, and any suggestions via messaging in the "classroom", which will be addressed in a return message or additional video!
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Class 1
Introduction; When to (and *why* we) say "please" and "thank you"; Asking permission
Lesson 2:
Class 2
Conducting yourself in public; Keeping yourself entertained without electronics; Being mindful of how loud you are; Waiting your turn
Lesson 3:
Class 3
Meeting new people; Always being kind...even when you don't feel like it; Interacting with your elders
Lesson 4:
Class 4
Eating at a restaurant or at someone's home; Going to a birthday party or friend's house; Proper table etiquette
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Since most of the videos exceed the size limit available for upload to Outschool, I am posting them on a private YouTube channel made only for my classes, and then each video will be embedded within the classroom--at no point will students leave the OutSchool learning platform.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
My Master's Degree is in Education; I have taught high school English and various electives, including AP English: Language & Composition and The Structure & Analysis of Film since 2008. Additionally I have worked on committees to ensure curriculum is up-to-date and meaningful, have mentored students during high school & as they prepare for college and/or the workforce, and have offered a variety of online classes since 2021.
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Self-Paced Class
$12
weekly or $48 for all content4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
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Ages: 5-10