BIG PICTURE GOAL: The ultimate goal is to give students writing skills they can apply to any subject or topic. The hope is to equip them to write for life, not just "school." 
Units 1 & 2 Goals: Introduce the rules of KWO and teach students to put information into their own words.
Unit 3 Goals: Teach students how to write stories with the key components necessary: setting/character, conflict/climax, and resolution.
Unit 4 Goals: Teach students how to summarize information from one source effectively.
Unit 5 Goals: Encourage students to think outside the box and be creative in their writing.
Unit 6 Goals: Students will learn how to organize and synthesize a larger amount of information. They will Key Word Outline from multiple sources on 2-3 topics.
Unit 7 Goals: Students will learn how to ask good questions to invent content for an essay. Elements of an Introduction and Conclusion paragraph will be introduced.
Unit 8 Goals: Understand the essentials of a 5-paragraph Essay and how it can be applied across multiple academic subjects.
Unit 9 Goals: Students will combine the skills of Unit 3 storytelling, Unit 7 Introduction, and Conclusion to teach students how to properly critique a story, not just retell it. We will also introduce character analysis.

I'm a dedicated educator with over a decade of experience teaching IEW. My passion is to make writing engaging and enjoyable for my students, and I strive to bring creativity and interactivity to every lesson.

As a parent of three children, I've had the opportunity to use the IEW program at home and have walked my own kids through the program. This personal experience has given me a unique perspective and deep understanding of the challenges that students and families may face in the writing process.

In my classes, I aim to create a supportive and dynamic learning environment that encourages students to take risks and develop their own unique voice as writers. I believe that with the right guidance and support, every student has the potential to become a skilled and confident writer.

Whether in the classroom or at home, I'm dedicated to making writing a positive and rewarding experience for all students, and I'm excited to share my knowledge and passion with you

수업 외 주당 2 - 4 시간
Homework
빈도: 포함됨
피드백: 포함됨
세부 내용: There are exciting weekly writing assignment planned for each class! Completing these assignments is strongly encouraged, as it is a great opportunity to practice and develop your writing skills. I understand that every student is unique and has their own writing journey, so it's important to me that you feel comfortable working at your own pace. Homework time can vary based on the assignment and the individual, but we're confident that you'll find the tasks engaging and worthwhile! Students should schedule 1 - 4 hours for each assignment for optimal success. 

Each week students turn in 3 things. 
1. Keyword Outline (KWO) 
2. IEW Checklist 
3. Final Draft of their paper 

Please Note that students and/or parents  need to know how to upload attachments (PDF or Pictures) and how to use basic functions of Google Docs. All of these steps will be demonstrated in class for students 
Assessment
빈도: 포함됨
세부 내용: I welcome and encourage students to submit their papers for feedback in this class! To help students understand exactly what's expected in each paper, we'll be using the IEW checklist method. Following the checklist is highly recommended and will help students produce high-quality writing.

As the instructor, my role is to review each paper and provide positive, constructive feedback. I won't be assigning letter or percentage grades, as the focus of the class is on developing writing skills and improving structure and style. While basic spelling and punctuation are expected, don't worry about being perfect - the most important thing is to keep working on your writing and making progress.

To assess the writing process, I'll be reviewing students' Keyword Outlines and Checklists. And when it comes time to submit final drafts, I'll provide comments and feedback right in Google Docs to help students improve their writing even further. Remember, the goal is to develop your skills and become a better writer, and I'm here to support and guide you every step of the way.

I do not offer Letter or Percentage Grades - parents can award a grade easily by using the Checklist rubric provided. 

IEW is a systematic program that removes the ambiguity of writing and helps unique learners. I was diagnosed with Dyslexia and have worked with many dyslexic students. I can offer encouragement, understanding, and accommodation tips. 

No Pre-Reqs. This class starts right at the beginning and takes students all the way through the IEW program. 

PLEASE Note: This is the required text for this class - Please purchase the "Student" version. 
https://iew.com/shop/products/medieval-history-based-writing-lessons-student-book-only

Google Docs - Account required 
Kahoot - No account required