Students will learn: 
 - Choosing and narrowing a topic.
 - Taking notes.
 - Choosing credible sources.
 - Writing in academic voice.
 - Citing resources.
 - Understanding what plagiarism is.
 - Organizing notes into an outline/identify main ideas.
 - Writing an introduction and conclusion.
 - Writing the works cited page with properly formatted sources (MLA).
 - Writing a rough draft. 
 - Editing and rewriting a rough draft.
 - Creating a slide deck to go with an oral presentation.
 - Preparing an oral presentation.
 - Giving an oral report.
 - Grammar and spelling for academic writing.
 - Basics of MLA formatting.

I love working with kids! I have 13 years of teaching experience, and I have taught in both traditional school settings and as a homeschool parent. I am passionate about helping kids at all levels of their reading and writing journey. It's so exciting when I see a student gain confidence as a reader/writer or when I can help a young aspiring writer achieve their dreams.

My writing experience includes writing copy for marketing materials, ghost writing for corporate executives, technical writing, writing newspaper articles, and writing instructions for digital technology applications. Managing a corporate internal newsletter was one of my favorite projects. I created the newsletter design, interviewed and wrote articles about team members, and managed the editing and submission process for all the contributors. As a hobby, I love to write short stories, poetry, and songs. I can't imagine my life without writing.

My education includes a BA in Communications and a Master of Science in Technical and Professional Communication (MSTPC). Because I have completed 2 years of my BA and all of my MS classes online, I am skilled with the various aspects of online learning. I love using what I have learned to help kids become better at reading and writing.

Homework Offered
Homework will vary. There will be writing assignments each week, but the size of the assignment depends on what we are covering that week. For example, one week they will be asked to write an outline, while another week they will write part of their report.
2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students will be given written feedback on a weekly basis as they turn in assignments. At the end of the 16 weeks, students and parents will be given a written review of how well they did. The review will include what they did well and suggestions for improvement or other classes to take.
Grades Offered

Students will find their own resources and I will review and approve them.