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En este curso en línea de 4 semanas, los estudiantes leerán y analizarán la novela Out of the Dust (1997) de Karen Hesse, centrándose en la comprensión, el pensamiento crítico y los elementos literarios. #académico
Anne Q. Campbell
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Qué está incluido

4 reuniones en vivo
3 horas presenciales

Experiencia de clase

Nivel de inglés: desconocido
Grado de EE. UU. 4 - 7
In this 4-session class, we will read and analyze Out of the Dust (1997) by Karen Hesse. This Newberry Medal and Scott O'Dell Award winning novel is historical fiction written in verse, follows fourteen-year-old Billie Jo who is growing up in the 1930s dust bowls of Oklahoma.

My goal is to inspire learners to reflect on what they read and connect the book's elements to their own lives. We will cover reading comprehension through our discussions, but our focus will be on the literary elements, historical connections, and themes of the book. 

Learners will read on their own before attending class each week,. We will read some excerpts in class together. In addition to a guided discussion, learners will complete activities related to the book, including comprehension, analysis, and critical thinking. We will go beyond basic comprehension questions to dig deeper into the themes and literary elements of the book. Students are encouraged to participate as much as they feel comfortable.

Metas de aprendizaje

Learners will improve their understanding of literary analysis.
Learners will understand historical connections related to the novel.
objetivo de aprendizaje

Programa de estudios

Estándares
Alineado con Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
4 Lecciones
más de 4 semanas
Lección 1:
Background & Historical Connections (Winter 1934-Spring 1934)
 I will introduce the author and their purpose for writing the book. We will talk about the historical backdrop for the story, including topics like the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl,. We will discuss how to make connections to the story: text to self, text to text, and text to world. 
45 minutos de lección en vivo en línea
Lección 2:
Characters, Setting, & Literary Connections (Summer 1934-Autumn 1934)
 We will discuss the main characters of the book and will collaborate to reveal details about character qualities. We will also talk about the elements of setting and how it is developed through the story. 
45 minutos de lección en vivo en línea
Lección 3:
Language, Genre, & Theme (Winter 1935-Spring 1935)
 Students will learn elements of language and how the author’s choices contribute to the overall meaning of the book. We will discuss literary techniques and themes including poverty, perseverance, compassion, grief, forgiveness, and historical connections. 
45 minutos de lección en vivo en línea
Lección 4:
Elements, Plot, & Connections (Summer 1935-end)
 For our final class, we will discuss and plot and complete a narrative arc activity. We will wrap up our discussion of the readings and reflect on the book as a whole. 
45 minutos de lección en vivo en línea

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Orientación para padres
Note for sensitive readers: according to Common Sense Media, "Billie Jo accidentally sets her mother on fire by throwing a bucket of kerosene on her. One graphic scene explicitly describes her burns. She dies, as does her newly born baby boy, and Billy Jo's hands are disfigured in the accident." Please see Common Sense Media's review here: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/book-reviews/out-of-the-dust
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Learners will need a copy of the novel Out of the Dust by Karen Hesse.
Recursos externos
Los estudiantes no necesitarán utilizar ninguna aplicación o sitio web más allá de las herramientas estándar de Outschool.
Se unió el July, 2020
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Experiencia y certificaciones del docente
Texas Certificado de Docencia en Artes del lenguaje inglés
Licenciatura en Inglés desde College of Charleston
Hello! I am a certified English/Language Arts teacher and ACE Educator and believe in embracing the “light bulb” moments of discovery that happen both in and out of the classroom. My goal is to make learning relevant to students’ interests by providing unique and fun ways to strengthen reading and writing skills, explore literature, and learn about our world. 

Classes I offer on Outschool include creative writing, essay writing, literature studies, phonics, and reading skills. I also offer private tutoring, catered to your learner's needs, for all ages.

My classes are designed around the idea that kids can learn language arts through creative projects and real-world experiences. Literature and writing are more meaningful when students can relate them to their own lives and what is going on in the world around them. 

From the time I was a child, I always wanted to be a teacher. I am a certified English teacher with classroom experience (grades 6-12) in Texas and South Carolina, in addition to substitute teaching for all grade levels (K-12) and special education classes. I have a BA degree in English from College of Charleston and 30+ postgraduate hours. I am TESOL certified and taught ESL classes online to students in China for 4 years. I am also certified in Early Reading Training through the Tennessee Department of Education. I homeschooled my 3 children for over 20 years, and taught literature, writing, and public speaking classes to other homeschool students. Currently, I am employed as a student disability services coordinator at a local college.

As part of my Bachelor of Arts in English and postgraduate studies, I successfully completed college courses related to adolescent literature and development. I completed coursework in African American literature and African American history as part of my degree program. I received 4 professional development hours for the 2021-2022 Facing History Community Read Workshop, "Teaching Brown Girl Dreaming," through Facing History & Ourselves with author Jacqueline Woodson.

I have taught all levels of literature, including some books with 'sensitive' content, to students in a classroom setting. As with almost any work of literature, many themes and plot details can be controversial, and my role as an educator and facilitator in the classroom is to guide students to deal with these topics within the scope of their literary relevance. 

Additionally, I taught the 'Pace' program for at-risk students for the Southwest Independent School District in San Antonio, Texas. I also completed a training program as a high school teacher in South Carolina, becoming certified as a 'Natural Helper' faculty mentor.

In addition to my training and experience, I love children's and young adult literature and enjoy using 'fun' books to teach important language arts skills using a cross-curricular approach. Outside of my classroom, I enjoy watching movies, collecting Pokémon, and cooking.

One of my greatest joys is working with students and motivating them to enjoy learning. As the mom to 3 children, I am very patient and encouraging! My goal as a teacher is to make learning memorable, fun, and rewarding. If you have any thoughts about how I can customize a class for your learner, please send me a message. I’m always looking for ways to accommodate learners. I'm looking forward to meeting you in the classroom! :)

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