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6th Grade - 12th Grade

Essay Writing Techniques - Structure and Composition Skills

Essay Writing Techniques - Structure and Composition Skills

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Essay Writing Techniques - Structure and Composition Skills

6th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Learn to apply fundamental techniques in essay writing, focusing on structure, clarity, and persuasive composition. Enhance skills in constructing coherent essays, mastering the presentation of clear arguments, and developing critical revision abilities.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Writing Skills - Expository Essay Structure - Topic Sentence Analysis

Writing Skills - Expository Essay Structure - Topic Sentence Analysis

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Writing Skills - Expository Essay Structure - Topic Sentence Analysis

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Focus is placed on analyzing thesis statements, topic sentences, and structural elements crucial for crafting effective expository essays. Learners enhance their ability to distinguish between relevant and irrelevant topic sentences, leading to improved essay organization and coherence.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Crafting Narrative Essays - Figurative Language & Imagery - Enhancing Writing Skills

Crafting Narrative Essays - Figurative Language & Imagery - Enhancing Writing Skills

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Crafting Narrative Essays - Figurative Language & Imagery - Enhancing Writing Skills

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Master the use of figurative language and imagery to enhance narrative writing skills. Develop the ability to effectively utilize literary devices, captivating readers and enriching storytelling, while creating engaging and realistic essays.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Editing Techniques - Essay Revision Strategies - The Writing Process

Editing Techniques - Essay Revision Strategies - The Writing Process

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Editing Techniques - Essay Revision Strategies - The Writing Process

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Explore essential techniques for refining essays by focusing on criteria for informational body paragraphs and applying effective revision strategies. Improve writing skills by mastering editing techniques that enhance clarity and coherence in essays.

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9th Grade

[Understanding Fiction and Nonfiction - Characteristics and Types]

[Understanding Fiction and Nonfiction - Characteristics and Types]

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[Understanding Fiction and Nonfiction - Characteristics and Types]

9th Grade

English

Explore the distinctive characteristics and types of fiction and nonfiction. Learn to differentiate between these literary forms, understand their key elements, and apply this knowledge to effectively analyze and categorize various texts.

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10th Grade - 11th Grade

Writing Techniques - Persuasive Transitions - Essay Composition

Writing Techniques - Persuasive Transitions - Essay Composition

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Writing Techniques - Persuasive Transitions - Essay Composition

10th Grade - 11th Grade

English

Learn how to craft persuasive essays by focusing on essential techniques, including effective transitions and argument structuring. Develop skills in persuasive writing through mastering language choices and logical structuring of arguments.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Rhetorical Analysis Techniques - Examining Perspective - Rhetorical Essays

Rhetorical Analysis Techniques - Examining Perspective - Rhetorical Essays

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Rhetorical Analysis Techniques - Examining Perspective - Rhetorical Essays

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Examine various perspectives and approaches within rhetorical essays to enhance critical analysis skills and evaluate rhetorical strategies effectively.

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10th Grade

Writing Skills - Differences in Essay Types - Understanding Public and Personal Essays

Writing Skills - Differences in Essay Types - Understanding Public and Personal Essays

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Writing Skills - Differences in Essay Types - Understanding Public and Personal Essays

10th Grade

English

Explore the distinctions between public and personal essays, focusing on contexts of use and target audiences. Gain insights into selecting reliable sources for public essays and understand the nuances of writing for the public domain versus personal reflection.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Analyzing Relationships - Cause and Effect Essays - Interconnectedness of Events

Analyzing Relationships - Cause and Effect Essays - Interconnectedness of Events

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Analyzing Relationships - Cause and Effect Essays - Interconnectedness of Events

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Focuses on analyzing relationships and examining how events influence one another, enhancing understanding of their interconnectedness. Encourages the development of skills for exploring causal connections, leading to a more effective examination of cause and effect dynamics.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Analyzing Essay Structures - Organizing Thoughts in Writing - Techniques for Effective Essays

Analyzing Essay Structures - Organizing Thoughts in Writing - Techniques for Effective Essays

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Analyzing Essay Structures - Organizing Thoughts in Writing - Techniques for Effective Essays

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Explore various organizational structures for essays, such as cause-effect, compare-contrast, definitional, and chronological formats. Learners will develop skills to construct effective arguments, analyze similarities and differences, and define complex terms within their essays.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Concluding Skills - Interim vs. Final Conclusions - Discursive Essays

Concluding Skills - Interim vs. Final Conclusions - Discursive Essays

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Concluding Skills - Interim vs. Final Conclusions - Discursive Essays

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Explore the nuances of drawing conclusions in discursive essays by differentiating between interim and final conclusions. Develop the ability to objectively analyze evidence and articulate well-rounded conclusions within written arguments.

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9th Grade

Thesis Statement Development - Expository Essays - Writing Skills

Thesis Statement Development - Expository Essays - Writing Skills

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Thesis Statement Development - Expository Essays - Writing Skills

9th Grade

English

Focuses on developing effective thesis statements for expository essays, highlighting their significance in structuring essays and addressing prompts. Enhances the ability to construct coherent thesis statements and predict corresponding body paragraphs, thereby improving overall essay-writing skills.

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12th Grade

Narrative Writing Skills - Engaging Storytelling - Understanding Narrative Essays

Narrative Writing Skills - Engaging Storytelling - Understanding Narrative Essays

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Narrative Writing Skills - Engaging Storytelling - Understanding Narrative Essays

12th Grade

English

Enhance the ability to craft compelling narratives by focusing on engaging storytelling techniques and essay structure. Gain a deeper understanding of key elements such as conflict resolution, the use of sensory details, and reflective writing practices, all aimed at improving narrative writing skills.

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9th Grade

Essay Writing Skills - Crafting Compelling Essays - Structuring and Supporting Arguments

Essay Writing Skills - Crafting Compelling Essays - Structuring and Supporting Arguments

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Essay Writing Skills - Crafting Compelling Essays - Structuring and Supporting Arguments

9th Grade

English

Focuses on the fundamental aspects of essay writing, emphasizing the development of persuasive arguments and effective structuring. Enhances skills in creating clear thesis statements, integrating credible sources, and effectively communicating conclusions.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Essay Evaluation Techniques - TSI Essay Grading - Writing Assessment Skills

Essay Evaluation Techniques - TSI Essay Grading - Writing Assessment Skills

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Essay Evaluation Techniques - TSI Essay Grading - Writing Assessment Skills

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Learn effective methods for evaluating TSI essays by focusing on grading criteria and strategies. Enhance understanding of essay structure and evaluation standards while developing skills for improving essay writing and assessment techniques.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

MLA Formatting Skills - Understanding MLA Format - Research and Writing Proficiency

MLA Formatting Skills - Understanding MLA Format - Research and Writing Proficiency

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MLA Formatting Skills - Understanding MLA Format - Research and Writing Proficiency

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Gain proficiency in MLA formatting by understanding essay composition, crafting citations, and structuring a works cited page. Improve the ability to correctly format essays while applying MLA rules to enhance credibility and prevent plagiarism.

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7th Grade - 12th Grade

Essay Writing Skills - Structure and Components

Essay Writing Skills - Structure and Components

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Essay Writing Skills - Structure and Components

7th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Exploration of essay structure encompasses the different roles of paragraphs, including introductory, body, and concluding sections. Learners will improve their ability to construct well-organized essays by understanding paragraph functions and employing R.A.C.E.S methodology to effectively support arguments.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Essay Writing - Thesis Development - Collaborative Effort

Essay Writing - Thesis Development - Collaborative Effort

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Essay Writing - Thesis Development - Collaborative Effort

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Focuses on developing essay writing skills by exploring the role of support in achieving success. Enhances the ability to construct strong thesis statements and draft well-structured essays, improving critical thinking and writing proficiency.

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9th Grade - 11th Grade

Verb Tense Consistency - Identifying Correct and Incorrect Usage - English Grammar

Verb Tense Consistency - Identifying Correct and Incorrect Usage - English Grammar

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Verb Tense Consistency - Identifying Correct and Incorrect Usage - English Grammar

9th Grade - 11th Grade

English

Explores the concept of verb tense consistency and aids learners in identifying correct and incorrect usage within sentences. Engaging with this content enhances learners' ability to maintain tense consistency in writing and deepens their understanding of verb usage across diverse contexts.

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12th Grade

Argumentative Writing - Crafting Claims - Essay Development

Argumentative Writing - Crafting Claims - Essay Development

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Argumentative Writing - Crafting Claims - Essay Development

12th Grade

English

Focus on the core elements of argumentative writing by crafting effective claims and understanding how evidence supports essay development. Improve critical thinking skills, construct coherent thesis statements, and enhance the ability to reason and argue points effectively.

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