$7

weekly

or $50 for 16 classes

Writing Bootcamp

Ages 13-18

Live Group Course

Join Writing Bootcamp, designed for middle and high school students, to master the art of constructed responses and paragraph-length writing.

Emily Knight

Live video meetings

2x per week, 8 weeks

2-12 learners per class

45 min

About Learning Overview Teacher Reviews

What's included

16 live meetings

12 in-class hours

Assignments

1 hour per week. Assignments will be started in class with teacher guidance and reviewed during the next class session.

Letter Grade

1 after class completion

Class Experience

US Grade 9 - 12

Beginner - Intermediate Level

This Writing Bootcamp focuses on developing students' skills in crafting well-structured short constructed responses and paragraphs. Through this course, students will explore various writing frameworks. They will also learn to integrate transitions, lead-ins, quotes, and citations effectively into their writing.

Class Structure
Lecture: Each session begins with a brief lecture introducing the day's topic and key concepts.
Class Practice: Students will engage in group activities and collaborative exercises to apply what they've learned.
Individual Practice: Students will have the opportunity to work independently on writing exercises and receive personalized feedback.

Teaching Methods
Online classes using interactive slide decks
Worksheets for guided practice and homework
Quizziz for engaging quizzes and assessments
Writing feedback sessions for personalized instruction

Teaching Style
As a mentor, I strive to create a supportive and interactive learning environment. My goal is to encourage students to explore their writing potential while providing guidance and constructive feedback.

Learner Interaction
Lectures and Slides: Students will participate in interactive lectures supported by visual slide presentations.
Quizziz Games: Engaging quizzes to reinforce learning and assess understanding.
Discussion and Feedback: Regular discussions and writing feedback sessions to enhance learning and address individual needs.
Video Clips: Occasional video clips to illustrate writing concepts and techniques.

Learning Goals

Critical Thinking and Communication: Students will develop critical thinking skills by analyzing various texts and crafting well-structured responses using frameworks like ACE and RACE.

Cultural and Contextual Understanding: Through exploring diverse writing modes and styles, students will enhance their understanding of different cultural perspectives and contexts.

Syllabus

Curriculum

Follows International Baccalaureate Curriculum

Standards

Aligned with International Baccalaureate (IB) Standards

16 Lessons

over 8 Weeks

Lesson 1:

Understanding Short Constructed Responses

 Overview of ACE (Answer, Cite, Explain)
Practice exercises

45 mins online live lesson

Lesson 2:

Mastering RACE (Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain)

 Step-by-step breakdown
Group activities for practice

45 mins online live lesson

Lesson 3:

Introduction to Rhetorical Precis

 Structure and purpose
Analyzing examples

45 mins online live lesson

Lesson 4:

Crafting Your Own Rhetorical Precis

 Writing workshop
Peer review session

45 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Supply List

Notebook or Folder with lined paper 
Pencils 
Highlighters or markers in yellow, green, and red/orange

External Resources

In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:

Quizizz

Sources

We will refer to many articles that use the various writing styles and techniques that students are learning. Student will also be given grade-level appropriate texts to write about.

Meet the teacher

Emily Knight

Joined March, 2025

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

California Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts

I have taught English at public middle and high schools for the past 8 years. I have taught online, at rural, and urban and suburban schools. Student abilities have ranged from 7th grade high needs, to 12th grade IB Diploma candidates.