PLEASE NOTE- this is an accelerated pace class we will complete a semester's worth of work in just 8 active weeks of class.  See the syllabus for break weeks. Every other week there will be 2 classes and assignments. This format is best for students who already have a foundation in writing (it does not have to be IEW) 

Via a video lesson, (Please note there are no live classes)  I will introduce the new concepts presented in each lesson. I will go through the source text provided in the workbook.  I will demonstrate new concepts by completing a sample for the class. I will demonstrate the Key Word Outlining, brainstorming, and writing processes. The student will then receive an assignment to complete. 

During the student's writing process, teacher-student interaction will ensure that the student is on track and feels confident in their writing.  Students will actively read the source text, complete a keyword outline, brainstorm, write, and revise a paper each week. Each week a sample with be provided for the student to self-evaluate their writing. For, each Unit students will submit an assignment for review and feedback from the teacher. 

As we work on assignments students will be presented with activities and discussions that encourage them to interact with each other. 
Sharing and discussing favorite books, book series, and books to movie stories. Fun Vocab quizzes via Kahoot will be given to further develop the learner's vocabulary and encourage friendly competition among the students.  
Once we have begun writing papers,  students will have an opportunity for work-sharing with their peers and the option to provide positive peer feedback. Many students enjoy sharing Unit 3 which focuses on short stories. 

Weeks 1 &2 (3 Lessons total) 
Units Covered: 1 & 2
Topics: Key Word Outlining (KWO), oral summaries, written summaries
Goals: Introduce the rules of KWO and teach students to put information into their own words.
Activities: Reading and analyzing source texts, practicing KWO, and creating oral and written summaries.

Weeks 3 & 4 (3 Lessons total)
Units Covered: 3
Topics: Short Stories
Goals: Teach students how to write stories with the key components necessary: setting/character, conflict/climax, and resolution.
Activities: Reading and analyzing short stories, practicing story writing with key components.

Weeks 5 &6:(3 Lessons total)
Units Covered: 4
Topics: Summarization of a reference from one source
Goals: Teach students how to effectively summarize information from one source.
Activities: Reading and analyzing source texts, practicing summarization.

Weeks 7 & 8: (2 Lessons) 
Units Covered: 5
Topics: Creativity and Writing from Pictures
Goals: Encourage students to think outside the box and be creative in their writing.
Activities: Using pictures as writing prompts, brainstorming and discussing creative writing ideas, and practicing writing creatively.


PLEASE Note: This is the required text for this class - Please purchase the "Student" version.  
Please purchase the "Student" version of this text as it provides Vocabulary Cards we will be using in class
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