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Write On!: A Middle School Writing Class

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Ages 11-14
Live Group Course
In this semester long course, students will learn about, write, edit, and workshop different types of narrative, expository, and persuasive writing. Students will have a writing portfolio of nine different pieces by the end.
Average rating:
4.3
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(3 reviews)

Live video meetings
1x per week, 12 weeks
3-12 learners per class
55 min

What's included

12 live meetings
11 in-class hours
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Homework will consist of writing and editing the current writing assignment.
Assessment
Assessment will consist of informal observation of discussion and writing assignments. All assessments will take place in class except for the writing assignments which will be partially written outside of class.
Grading
Grades offered upon request.

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 8
Join our comprehensive writing course where students will master every aspect of the writing process, from brainstorming to editing. Develop skills in sentence structure, paragraph organization, descriptive language, and word selection.

Classes include a blend of instruction, interactive learning activities, writing exercises, group sessions, and peer review workshops.

Homework assignments focus on refining writing skills through practice and editing.

**Weeks 1-4: Narrative Writing**
Explore the art of narrative writing through analyzing examples and crafting your own Character Sketch, Autobiographical Incident, and Short Story.

**Weeks 5-8: Expository Writing**
Dive into expository writing as you study models and produce your Introduce Yourself!, Process Essay, and Compare and Contrast Essay.

**Weeks 9-12: Persuasive Writing**
Master persuasive writing techniques while analyzing persuasive examples and composing your Letter for Social Change, Personal Essay, and Analysis of a Short Story.

By the end of the course, students will have assembled a diverse writing portfolio comprising nine distinct pieces. Not only will they gain a strong foundation for future academic pursuits, but they'll also develop essential communication skills for lifelong success.

Learning Goals

Students will learn about, write, edit, and workshop narrative, expository, and persuasive writing.

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
12 Lessons
over 12 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Narrative Writing: Autobiographical Incident
 During weeks 1-4, students will learn about narrative writing.  They will read and analyze examples of narrative writing.  They will write, workshop, and edit their own Character Sketch, Autobiographical Incident, and Short Story. 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Narrative Writing: Character Sketch
 During weeks 1-4, students will learn about narrative writing.  They will read and analyze examples of narrative writing.  They will write, workshop, and edit their own Character Sketch, Autobiographical Incident, and Short Story. 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Narrative Writing: Short Story
 During weeks 1-4, students will learn about narrative writing.  They will read and analyze examples of narrative writing.  They will write, workshop, and edit their own Character Sketch, Autobiographical Incident, and Short Story. 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Narrative Writing: Short Story
 During weeks 1-4, students will learn about narrative writing.  They will read and analyze examples of narrative writing.  They will write, workshop, and edit their own Character Sketch, Autobiographical Incident, and Short Story. 
55 mins online live lesson

Other Details

External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined November, 2019
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3reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Education from Xavier University
Master's Degree in English from Belmont University
I have taught writing in the K-12 and college settings for 20 years.  I have a BA and MA in English and Creative Writing, and I am currently working on a doctoral degree in writing.

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