Enrichment • Series
How to Write Effectively & Engagingly
BL
HP
Harshil P
This series ended on May 27, 2023. All 1:1 and group chats related to this series are disabled 7 days after the last session.
Series Details
About
Have you ever had an idea about writing an article or a short story for fun but didn't know how to put into words? Have you ever felt your writing wasn't engaging to your audience?
In this series, we will look at the various aspects of writing an article or a short story, from brainstorming ideas to writing it in a way that captures the audience's attention and keeps them reading to editing and revising.
Right now, it's 5 sessions but more will be added if necessary.
Tutor Qualifications
Published author of a short story through Scholastic-Quill Club Writers.
✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY
Attendance is strongly recommended in order for all learners to get the most out of this course.
Dates
April 15 - May 27
Learners
14 / 30
Total Sessions
7
About the Tutor
BL
HP
High School student from NC. Aviation enthusiast and coder. Available for math help in Alg 1, Geometry, Alg 2 & SAT Prep.
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Upcoming Sessions
0
Past Sessions
7
15
Apr
O
Session 1
Orientation
We will start by introducing ourselves and playing a couple Icebreaker games. Afterward, we will discuss examples of forms of writing that were very effective and/or engaging. Finally, will start the first step of the writing process: brainstorming ideas.
22
Apr
OT
Session 2
Other Topics
We will review the ideas brainstormed previously and discuss how we can present our ideas in a way that engages the target audience. After we refine our ideas, we will discuss techniques and strategies to effectively communicate our ideas in a way that captures the audience's attention and makes them want to continue reading.
29
Apr
OT
Session 3
Other Topics
In this session, we will learn how to create a story structure or plot (if applicable) and everyone will create one for the ideas they have chosen. If time permits, everyone can start their first drafts for the idea they have chosen.
6
May
OT
Session 4
Other Topics
In this session, we will start or continue the writing process depending on where we are at. It can be any form of writing, be it scripts, blogs, articles, or short stories, and the topic or genre can be anything you wish. If you don't finish, you can work on it independently after the session.
13
May
OT
Session 5
Other Topics
In this session, we will discuss editing and revising strategies. If anyone feels comfortable, they may choose to share their piece of writing with the whole group, and we can all share constructive feedback with them.
20
May
OH
Session 6
Office Hours
If anyone wants personalized feedback on their story/article, please drop by! Or if you haven't finished your story, come in to work and ask questions if needed.
27
May
R
Session 7
Review
In our final session, we will review everyone's final writing and give each other personalized feedback to make our stories even better.