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Understanding Plot in Fiction

This is a one-time class that works through the 5 sequences of events that take place in a story. I give additional information to help understand point of view and conflict, and how they play a role in a plot. This is an interactive class.
Candis Shaw
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:
(4)
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What's included

1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours
Assignments
1 hour per week. Active participation throughout the lesson is encouraged
Progress Report
Feedback will be given after plot diagram is submitted to the instructor on the Outschool platform

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 9
Beginner - Intermediate Level
In this class, we will be going over how to identify the sequence of events or plot of a fictional story. Annotation or note-taking is encouraged so that students actively participate in their reading. Through developing and practicing the understanding of this literary element, students will see improvement in comprehension of fictional texts and films. This comprehension will also aid students in their ability to accurately summarize a text. 

I have a welcoming, respectful learning environment that is a safe space for all students and learners. I like to have discussion based learning while going through the lesson slides. Questions are always encouraged, as I want to best support my students. 

During the lesson, I will go through the different aspects of a plot in Fiction. We will also discuss and build a better understanding of point of view and theme, as they are significant to the sequence of events in a story. We will practice together with a short film, "Alma" by Rodrigo Blaas, and then they will show their work after reading the short story by Mona Gardner, "The Dinner Party".
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to identify and explain the sequence of events of a story
Students will learn how to identify theme
learning goal

Other Details

Learning Needs
This class is also great for struggling learners and students with ADHD and Dyslexia.
Supply List
If needed, there is a one-page handout that can be printed or copied that is a plot diagram template. 
Students will be creating a plot diagram of their choice, so paper and writing utensils may be needed if they do not want to complete the practice online. 
The lesson, reading selection, and videos will be provided by the instructor
 1 file available upon enrollment
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In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined July, 2024
4.8
4reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Missouri Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Hello Friends, I am Teacher Candis! I have been teaching English Language Arts in Public Schools since 2020. I graduated from Drury University in Springfield, Missouri with a Bachelors of Science in Secondary English Education with the highest honors. Now that I'm part of the Outschool team, I am excited to meet new students and build a learning community that is inclusive and multicultural.  When I'm not teaching, I enjoy reading, hiking, photography, and playing with animals on our big family farm. I can't wait to share lots of fun stories and hobbies with my student learners. See you soon!

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Meets once
45 min

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Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
2-10 learners per class

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