College Prep: Reading & Analysis

One of the most important strategies a student can learn in high school, This workshop teaches students how to read closely, how to pre-read effectively, and how to summarize and paraphrase for the purpose of analysis or research . Starts the first Monday of every month. For grades 10-12.

$125.00

One of the most important strategies a student can learn in high school is how to read and analyze effectively. These types of papers are required in most college classes. This workshop teaches students how to read closely, how to pre-read effectively, and how to summarize and paraphrase for the purpose of analysis or research. Starts the first Monday of every month.

Details

Requirements

Sample Syllabus

Time Expectation:

Classes have weekly assignments. All assignments will be due midnight Friday EST each week. Assignments are intended to take approximately 2-3 hours per week.

Class Objectives:

Critically read nonfiction articles
Identify main points of a nonfiction piece
Summarize an author’s argument
Analyze the elements of an argument
Create a nuanced response to another’s argument

Class Features:

Students will have weekly contact with a coach who evaluates mastery and skills. Coaches also available via email all week long.
An online classroom will teach students time management and appropriate cyber behavior in a controlled environment.

All materials will be provided in the class.

Week 1: Introduction & Pre-Reading Week 2: Annotating Week 3: Summarizing & Paraphrasing Week 4: Response