Writing Skills -How to Master the Five Paragraph Essay Fall Camp for Teens
1,000s taught! 1st OS class? $20 in listing description. Master thesis crafting, organization, persuasive evidence, polished intros and conclusions, and expert editing. Taught by professional classroom teachers Mr. Scott and Mr. Keith.
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What's included
5 live meetings
4 hrs 10 mins in-class hoursHomework
4+ hours per week. Students will be provided with skill packet practice exercises at the end of each session. These activities are designed to be completed independently, and will include answer keys as appropriate. Students may always ask the instructor questions in the Classroom or via message to receive support with these activities.Assessment
Students may write a sample five paragraph essay which the instructor will review and provide some feedback on for improvement. Review turn around time 3-5 days.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner Level
In this five day camp, your high schooler will master the key skills for writing strong essays! ✍️ Through fun examples, hands-on practice, and collaborating with peers, they’ll discover the art of writing and crafting persuasive arguments. 📚 Each day focuses on a crucial part of essay writing, ensuring a solid understanding and practical application. 💡 In this camp, your high schooler will learn the key skills for writing strong essays. Through examples, practice, and working with peers, they will understand the art of writing and making arguments. Each day focuses on an important part of essay writing, ensuring a solid understanding and practical application. Topics covered include creating a thesis, organization, persuasive writing techniques, and proofreading ideas. Details included in the syllabus. 💬Teaching Style Classes will be taught as a combination of lecture, discussion, and collaborative review. The goal is to get students "doing". No formal academic writing experience is required. 📃 Late Arrivals ⏰ Students arriving late will be admitted at the discretion of the instructor.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to write a thesis.Students will be able to organize an argument.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum5 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Crafting a Strong Thesis, Aristotle's Rhetoric
Learn how to write a compelling thesis statement that forms the backbone of any great essay.
Appealing to ethos, pathos, and logos in one's writing. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Toulmin Method: Effective Organization
Discover how to structure an essay for maximum clarity and impact. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Logic and Argumentation: Using Evidence Persuasively
Explore techniques for incorporating evidence to support arguments convincingly.
Deductive and inductive reasoning: what they are and how to implement these concepts. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Hook and Kairos: Introductions and Conclusions
Master the art of writing engaging introductions and powerful conclusions. Plus, learn tips for refining the entire essay.
Connections to uses beyond academic writing like marketing, professional job applications, and business applications. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
In writing persuasive essays, topics will involve perspectives and opinions. Topics will be related to student interests and activities. In the event that current events becomes the topic of discussion (which can involve political perspectives), the instructors goal is to support argumentation and writing technique to help that student (and others) refine their skills.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
5 teachers have teaching certificates
Arizona Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Science
Georgia Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Illinois Teaching Certificate
3 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from University of Phoenix
Master's Degree in Education from Lewis and Clark Graduate School of Education
Master's Degree in Social Work from Loyola University
2 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree from Oregon State University
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Binghamton University
Mr. Keith is a professional writer and theater director who has over two decades worth of professional writing and teaching experience. He has both taught and "done" these skills in the real world as a career classroom teacher and writer.
Mr. Scott is the owner of RPGC, and has taught professionally for 20+ years. He was a traditional classroom teacher for 15 years, and is licensed in Social Studies and Language Arts grades 7-12.Reviews
Live Group Course
$79
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 122 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
4-10 learners per class
