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Writing: Sentence Fluency Part 2--12 Weeks

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Ages 12-14

Self-Paced Course

In this course, students will improve their writing fluency using different types of sentences and phrases.

Ms. Sarah

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What’s included

12 pre-recorded lessons

12 weeks

of teacher support

1 year access

to the content

Homework

1-2 hours per week. Students may complete a handout.

Grading

Students are assessed informally through participation and completion of homework.

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 9

Intermediate Level

In this multi-day course, students will practice their writing skills. This is an intermediate class and we will practice writing complex sentences. This includes two part sentences.


My goal is to create a meaningful class where students grow in experience and confidence. I hope that students feel comfortable asking questions, and are encouraged in their writing. 

This will assist students in improving their writing fluency; granting them a better overall composition and the ability to move through a paper smoothly. 

Writing can seem overwhelming. By breaking down the writing process, using some simple tools and outlines, students will find success! 

Students will have opportunity to ask questions and receive feedback. 

This class will use a combination of lecture, PowerPoint, and handouts to assist students with learning.

Learning Goals

Students will learn how to use -ing phrases.

Students will learn how to use -ed phrases.

Syllabus

12 Lessons

over 12 Weeks

Lesson 1:

Subordinating Conjunctions

 Students will use subordinating conjunctions, or, what I call 'starter words'. This is a sentence using a phrase and sentence to convey a complete thought. First, students will identify starter words, the phrase/dependent clause, and then the sentence/independent clause. We will review a few examples after which students will write their own sentences to show comprehension. Students will be provided with a handout to write on or they can use notebook paper.

Lesson 2:

Subordinating Conjunctions

 Often times, students will need extra practice and so, students will continue to use subordinating conjunctions, or, what I call 'starter words'. First, students will identify starter words, the phrase, and then the sentence. We will review a few examples after which students will write their own sentences to show comprehension, making sure to use the appropriate punctuation. Students will be provided with a handout to write on or they can use notebook paper.

Lesson 3:

-ing Phrases

 Students will expand their writing using -ing phrases. Similar to starter word sentences, the same structure will be used. First, students will practice identifying -ing phrases. Next they will see examples of sentences. Finally, they will write their own sentences using -ing words to show comprehension. Students will be provided with a handout to write on or they can use notebook paper.

Lesson 4:

-ing Phrases

 Students will continue to expand their writing using -ing phrases. Similar to starter word sentences, the same structure will be used. First, students will practice identifying -ing phrases. Next they will see examples of sentences. Finally, they will write their own sentences using -ing words to show comprehension. Students will be provided with a handout to write on or they can use notebook paper.

Other Details

Pre-Requisites

Students should be able to write complete sentences with proper punctuation, capitalization, subject, predicate. It would also be helpful if they understood how to use conjunctions to create compound and complex sentences.

Supply List

Please have paper and pencil ready for class. Handouts will be uploaded to the classroom page.

External Resources

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

Sources

We will use handouts. They will be uploaded to the classroom page.

Meet the teacher

Ms. Sarah

Joined December, 2020

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Teacher expertise and credentials

Arizona Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts

2 Degrees

Master’s Degree from Grace College and Theological Seminary

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Grace College

I am a certified ELA teacher and taught in the classroom for three years. Beyond ELA specifically, I have over 10 years teaching experience in and outside of the classroom from preschool to high school age. I also have a TESOL certificate, a B.S. in Psychology and an M.A. in Intercultural Studies.