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Writing Skills - Master the Five Paragraph English Essay, Skills Curriculum

Unlock your teen's writing potential! Master thesis crafting, organization, persuasive evidence, polished intros and conclusions, and expert editing. Includes essay feedback and support. Taught by veteran writing educator Mr. Keith.
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5 pre-recorded lessons
5 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Assignments
1-2 hours per week. Students will receive optional (and highly encouraged) skill building packets throughout the course. While these are designed to be completed independently, teacher support is available as needed.
Assessment
Educator is happy to review final essays and provide feedback.

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner Level
In this five session course, your teen 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 lesson focuses on a crucial part of essay writing, ensuring a solid understanding and practical application. 💡

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. 

Each lesson includes a detailed (optional) skill packet that provides students with an opportunity to apply their skills. These packets are self-contained and designed to be completed independently for ease of learning. When relevant, key ideas are explained to support video content, and if appropriate answer keys are included.

This class is ideal for those seeking to "skill up" their student or to provide a financial literacy addition to their homeschool curriculum. 



💬Teaching Style

We teach with a high energy and engaging style that is a cross between a great youtube video and one on one classroom discussion.

With 20 years classroom teaching experience, and two decades of performance and media production, I know exactly how to meet your student where they are at.
Learning Goals
Student will be able to write a clear and effective five paragraph essay.
Students will be able to create an arguable thesis statement.
learning goal

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
5 Lessons
over 5 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Crafting a Strong Thesis
 Learn how to write a compelling thesis statement that forms the backbone of any great essay. 
24 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Effective Organization
 Discover how to structure an essay for maximum clarity and impact. 
21 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Using Evidence Persuasively
 Explore techniques for incorporating evidence to support arguments convincingly. 
15 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Polishing Introductions and Conclusions
 Master the art of writing engaging introductions and powerful conclusions. Plus, learn tips for refining the entire essay. 
18 mins of video lessons

Other Details

Pre-Requisites
No formal academic writing experience required.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Arizona Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
Mr. Wright
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Science
Ms. Holly
Georgia Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Mr. Keith, M.A.
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Adam Scott, MAT
Illinois Teaching Certificate
Mr. John
Master's Degree in Education from University of Phoenix
Mr. Wright
Master's Degree in Education from Lewis and Clark Graduate School of Education
Adam Scott, MAT
Master's Degree in Social Work from Loyola University
Mr. John
Bachelor's Degree from Oregon State University
Adam Scott, MAT
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Binghamton University
Mr. John
Mr. Keith and Mr. Scott are career classroom educators, have experience writing professionally, and hold certifications for Language Arts/English education. 

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