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Write About the Wonders of Science -IEW Units 1-5, (Sem. 1)

In this one-semester class, an IEW Registered Instructor will instruct learners in writing key word outlines, retelling stories, crafting informative paragraphs, and writing creatively with style using the IEW book, "Wonders of Science."
Ms. Gwendolyn Amiri, IEW Registered Instructor
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15 live meetings
12 hrs 30 mins in-class hours
Mastery Evaluation
2-4 hours per week. Homework will include key word outlines, writing assignments, style worksheets, and editing assignments. Writing assignments may be hand-written or typed. All writing assignments should be double-spaced to allow better readability and room for editing.
Grading
I will offer written feedback and editing of submitted assignments. I will use the checklist given in the book to guide my feedback. I do not offer letter or number grades. In order for the assignments to be evaluated, they must be either typed or very neatly handwritten. The files should be uploaded in a direct Outschool message to me rather than posted on the main classroom page. Photos of handwritten work may be submitted provided the photos are oriented in the correct direction, taken from directly above, and fill the frame of the picture. If I cannot read it, I will ask for a different file to be uploaded. All submitted assignments must be double-spaced.

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 7
Note: The Wonders of Science book is listed in the Level A (grades 3-5) category on the IEW website. However, in the description it states that it is for grades 4-7.  It may be best described as between level A and level B. It covers all nine units, which level-A books often do not do. There are simplified source texts available for this book to make it accessible for younger learners, however this class will not be using those. 

**Sample my IEW writing classes with my one-time class: Paragraph Writing (scroll down for link).**


This 15-week, semester IEW class will include key word outlines, oral reports from key word outlines, basic paragraph structure, stylistic techniques, basic story writing form, simple report paragraphs, and creatively using style techniques. Using IEW’s newest theme-based book, Wonders of Science, (purchase of book required for class), learners will encounter science-related sources and topics to base their writing upon. This class will cover IEW writing units 1-5, including key word outlines, the story sequence chart, informative paragraphs, and writing from pictures. 
The second semester class will complete the book with units 6-9.  Through group writing during class, grammar exercises, homework, and feedback on assignments, learners will be guided through the steps to plan, write, and edit their assignments.  I offer feedback on all class assignments that are sent to me.

Class time structure:

Greeting: An ice-breaker-type question offers an opportunity to play with words and style and become acquainted with fellow learners.  

Mechanics and Style: Grammar lessons, editing, and new style techniques are included in our mechanics and style time, which is presented through individual or group exercises.

Writing lesson: The lesson is presented, and we practice the structure with group writing.

Vocabulary or Review: Vocabulary exercises and grammar review use presentation slides and Zoom reactions.

Syllabus:
Units 1 & 2: Wonders of Science lessons 1-4, will instruct learners in writing a key word outline, presenting an oral report from the outline, and writing a paraphrase of the source text. Writing with style will begin with adverbs and relative clauses (who/which clauses). 

Unit 3: Wonders of Science lessons 5-8, will apply the techniques learned in the first weeks of the course to writing in basic story format with descriptive style including the "because clause" and strong verbs.

Unit 4: Wonders of Science lessons 9-12, will introduce informative paragraphs and the topic/clincher rule. Learners will add to the earlier style techniques with quality adjectives, adverb clauses, and discussing sentence openers. 

Unit 5: Wonders of Science lessons 13-15, will focus on creatively using description to write based on pictures rather than text.  Earlier style lessons will aid the descriptive writing as another sentence opener is introduced. 

Learners will be involved in class exercises and group writing as well as individual writing and presenting.  Learners will learn basic editing in order to better edit their own assignments. Homework, approximately 1-3 hours per week, will include key word outlines, oral exercises, writing assignments, and editing exercises.   Homework will be submitted via Outschool messaging and will be returned with further edits and feedback. 

One-time Paragraph Writing Class: https://outschool.com/classes/paragraph-writing-iews-unit-four-using-our-five-senses-Obmz2pfD?usid=shprbXaZ&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link
Learning Goals
Learners will have the opportunity to create key word outlines, paragraphs, and stories through class exercises and homework.
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Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) Curriculum
5 Units
15 Lessons
over 15 Weeks
Unit 1: IEW Unit 1
Lesson 1:
WOS Lesson 1 & 2
50 mins online live lesson
Unit 2: IEW Unit 2
Lesson 2:
WOS Lesson 2 & 3
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
WOS Lesson 4
50 mins online live lesson
Unit 3: IEW Unit 3
Lesson 4:
WOS Lesson 5
50 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Supply List
Learners will need a copy of "Wonders of Science Writing Lessons" by IEW.  Only the student book is required.  https://iew.com/shop/products/wonders-science-writing-lessons-student-book-only
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Wonders of Science by IEW and the additional materials referenced on the blue page of the book. Additional information may be drawn from Teaching Writing Structure and Style by IEW. Grammar references may be used in offering feedback and answering learner questions.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Missouri Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Missouri State University (formerly Southwest Missouri State University)
I am a Registered Instructor with the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW).

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$240

for 15 classes
1x per week, 15 weeks
50 min

Completed by 14 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-13
5-10 learners per class

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