Learners will build up their understanding of the writer's tools and their craft and apply this knowledge to their own stories.

Over the past seventeen years, I have been teaching middle school and high school literature and writing, but I also published a collection of short stories and nonfiction articles through Foreign Language Teaching and Research Press. (This was while I was teaching in Beijing, after being approached by an editor after an essay reading!) 

Currently, I am working on a middle-school novel, several historical-fiction short stories, and weekly poetry (which I share in my Introduction to Poetry #4 class). You may have also had the pleasure of reading some of my short stories in my other creative writing classes. 

Additionally, I have released a textbook on project-based learning through Teacher's Discovery, which focuses on breaking down a large creative project into manageable steps, and several self-published books on ancient China with educational activities.

Evaluación
Frecuencia: incluido
Detalles: If the learners share a Google Doc link with me or use the provided Doc, I will offer some suggestions during the writing time. Additionally, I will give some feedback on each story during the sharing time. This feedback will be given orally, and other learners will be encouraged to comment on the stories, too.

I am neurodivergent (ADHD), so my classes are creative. I also cultivate a community so our classes include student interaction, laughter, and support. Each learner is met where they are with their writing skills.