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IEW Level 1a: Mastering Writing With Structure & Style – (Ages 8-13)
New class
Ages 8-13
Live Group Course
Live video meetings
2x per week, 24 weeks
3-6 learners per class
30 min
What’s included
48 live meetings
24 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. 1-2 per weekProgress Report
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Teaching Method: The course blends direct instruction, guided practice, and interactive writing activities. Each lesson builds upon previous knowledge, giving students immediate opportunities to apply newly learned skills. Teaching Style: My approach is supportive and organized, with a focus on encouragement. Lessons are engaging and interactive, featuring clear explanations, modeling, and practice in writing. Individualized feedback helps students progress at their own pace and master critical writing concepts. Course Overview: This class is dedicated to refining writing skills through the IEW Structure and Style for Students (SSS) Level A curriculum. Students will focus on essential writing techniques such as effective note-taking, outlining, creating paragraphs, retelling narratives, and summarizing material from references. Topics Covered: Techniques for note-taking and outlining Writing based on notes Retelling narratives Summarizing information from references Using stylistic tools (e.g., strong action verbs, LY adverbs, who/which clauses) Editing and refining writing Weekly Class Structure: Class 1/2: Introduction to new vocabulary, exploration of texts, brainstorming ideas, and organizing outlines. Class 2/2 Review of vocabulary, introduction to stylistic techniques, and guided writing practice with individualized feedback. Student Engagement: Students will engage in the following: Lectures: Detailed explanations of writing strategies. Interactive Activities: Collaborative brainstorming, outlining, and paragraph creation. Games: Fun vocabulary-building exercises. Slides and Visual Aids: Visual tools to help clarify lesson concepts. Discussions: Opportunities to respond to questions and share ideas. Personal Feedback: Both written and verbal feedback tailored to individual writing assignments.
Learning Goals
Develop Strong Writing Foundations: Students will master essential writing skills, including note-taking, outlining, and composing well-structured paragraphs.
Enhance Narrative and Summarization Skills: Students will learn to effectively retell stories and summarize key points from sources, strengthening their ability to condense and express ideas clearly.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Advanced Placement (AP) Standards48 Lessons
over 24 WeeksLesson 1:
Intro to structure
Students will explore effective methods for organizing key details into structured outlines for future writing projects.
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Intro to structure 2
Students will explore effective methods for organizing key details into structured outlines for future writing projects.
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
The Dog and the Shadow 1
Participants will practice turning outlines into well-formed sentences and coherent paragraphs.
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
The Dog and the Shadow 2
Participants will practice turning outlines into well-formed sentences and coherent paragraphs.
30 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
https://iew.com/structure-and-style-for-students-year-1-level-a-binder-student-packet
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