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Description
In this 14-week program, students will embark on an exciting journey to master the craft of essay writing. They will focus on creating three engaging essays on topics that ignite their interests. Writing should be enjoyable! The course will begin with the fundamentals and progress from shorter essays to the final, culminating argumentative essay. This class includes a mix of lectures, in-class practice, and independent work. Learners will receive ample guidance, helpful handouts, and numerous examples to study. I write each essay alongside the students so they can observe the process firsthand. My teaching motto is "I do, we do, you do."
Expert Guidance
As a seasoned high school teacher and writing professor, I am dedicated to supporting each student’s unique writing journey. My goal is to build confidence and pride in their writing abilities, offering detailed attention and feedback both during and outside of class. I use grading rubrics and allow as many revisions as necessary for learners to feel confident in their essays.
Course Highlights
Engaging and Relevant Topics: Students will learn to brainstorm and select topics that resonate with them.
Research Skills: Discover how to find and cite credible sources, focusing on MLA formatting for in-text and parenthetical citations.
Writing Essentials: From crafting captivating introductions and thesis statements to developing well-supported claims and counterclaims.
Structure and Style: Master the skills of writing effective topic and concluding sentences and composing impactful conclusions.
Literary Analysis: Explore literature, analyzing and interpreting texts.
Technical Skills: Learn the essentials of setting up a Word document or Google Doc using MLA formatting.
✏️ Editing and Revising: Develop the critical skill of refining and improving writing.
Feedback and Growth: Regular feedback using rubrics, written, and verbal commentary, tailored to each student’s pace and style.
Weekly Lessons
Week 1: Introduction to formal writing style, brainstorming, plus small writing activities
Week 2: Research basics—what sources are credible? Introduction to my special note-taking process, pick an expository topic
Week 3: Introduction to MLA (citing sources, Works Cited page, formatting an essay properly in MLA format)
Week 4: Introduction to the expository essay and note-taking/research process
Week 5: Writing the expository essay
Week 6: Writing powerful introductions and conclusions (no more rhetorical questions for hooks!)
Week 7: Revising the expository essay
Week 8: Reading and analyzing literature: Preparing for the literary analysis
Week 9: Writing the literary analysis
Week 10: Revising the literary analysis/brainstorming topics for the argumentative essay
Weeks 11-13: MLA formatting review, citing sources, researching the argumentative essay, writing claims, counterclaims, and refutations, and writing the argumentative essay
Week 14: Review and final wrap-up
What Learners Will Gain
Confidence in Formal Writing: Feel assured in tackling high school and college-level writing tasks.
Enhanced Research and Analysis Skills: Become adept at handling complex literary and research materials.
Articulate Expression: Develop a strong writing voice that clearly communicates ideas.
This course goes beyond basic essay writing; it's about empowering students with the skills to express their thoughts compellingly and confidently. Let me help your teen turn writing into a rewarding adventure!
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