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Writing Series: The Importance of Verb Selection
Regina Hutchinson, M.ED
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5.0
Number of reviews:(62)
In this one time course, students will learn about active and passive voice and how to write in the active voice for academic papers.
Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
It's easy to write like we talk. This writing is informal and may be used for basic communications with friends and family, but are you prepared to compose a formal paper for your teachers and professors when they assign one? Have you learned the difference between passive and active voice? Passive and active voice are different constructions and when asked to write formally, many students write in the passive voice because they think it "sounds" more academic. Each structure serves a...
This class is taught in English.
- Students will identify verbs in a variety of contexts. analyze verbs to determine whether constructions rely on active or passive voice. draw conclusions about how to match active and passive voice to their writing situation. choose verbs (active or passive) appropriate for the audience and purpose of their writing.
I have been an English teacher for 24 years with extensive experience teaching writing to students at all levels preparing them for success in the future.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: There will be an informal assessment based on student participation in class.
Students will need paper and pencil.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2021
5.0
62reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Virginia Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Virginia State University
Bachelor's Degree in English from Mary Washington College
So, glad you stopped by! I'm Regina and education is my passion. I was a classroom teacher in the public school system for 20 years teaching English, math, earth science, geography, and reading. I have taught students ranging from preschool to...
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Group Class
$21
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-12 learners per class
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