Grade 10
Writing Course
Welcome to our Grade 10 Writing Course! Our course offers a systematic approach to mastering key writing skills and literary devices. With our engaging, short lessons, your child will explore the skills required to produce outstanding writing, building a strong foundation for academic success.
What Your Child Will Experience:
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Interactive Videos: Bite-sized lessons that capture attention and explain writing concepts clearly.
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Writing Tasks: Practical assignments that allow students to apply what they've learned.
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Knowledge Checks: Quick quizzes to reinforce learning and ensure comprehension.
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Models and Examples: Carefully selected samples to illustrate excellent writing techniques.
Learning Outcomes:
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Construct well-structured paragraphs and essays.
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Use a variety of sentence structures for effect.
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Apply key literary devices in their writing.
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Confidently express ideas with clarity and creativity.
What's included?
Each of our lessons focus on a different writing skill. These skills come together at the end of each unit in order to produce an outstanding extended piece of writing that includes all of the skills you have learned. Lessons take around 20-40 minutes
What does the Grade 10 Writing Course include?
Composition
This area of learning focuses on developing students' ability to construct well-organized essays and explore advanced writing techniques. Students will learn how to effectively present arguments, engage with evidence, and employ rhetorical devices in various types of essays.
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Advanced Rhetorical Devices
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The Exploratory Essay: Concept, Purpose, and Structure
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Advanced Argument Structure
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Research and Inquiry Methods
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Essay Writing: The Persuasive Essay
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Engaging With Evidence
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Multidisciplinary Evidence
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Essay Writing: The Exploratory Essay
Creative Writing
In these units, students experiment with narrative techniques, poetic forms, and unconventional storytelling structures. They explore diverse perspectives and advanced literary devices, while also engaging with both traditional and modern approaches to creative writing.
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Nonlinear & Experimental Structures
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A History of Traditional Poetic Form
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Unconventional Points of View
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Advanced Poetic Devices
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Unreliable Narration
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Exploring Modern Poetry
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Short Story Writing: Experimental Stories
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Poetry Writing: Composing a Series of Poems
Literary Studies
In Literary Studies, students dive deep into the analysis of literature. They will explore key literary movements, understand different perspectives, and analyze texts in historical and critical contexts. Students will also develop comparative and literary analysis skills.
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Identifying Theme
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Key Movements in the History of Literature
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Understanding and Analyzing Point Of View
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Analyzing a Literary Text in its Historical Context
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Applying a Critical Lens
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The Role of Literature in Challenging Societal Norms
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Essay Writing: The Literary Analysis Essay
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Comparative Analysis Essay: A Comparison of Two Pieces of Literature
New Media
Students explore the evolving landscape of media, focusing on how journalism and social media shape public perception. They will learn about reporting principles, analyze media bias, and engage in the creation of media projects.
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The Evolution of Journalism
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The Globalization of the Media
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News Reporting Structure and Principles
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The Influence of the Media on User's Perceptions
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Analysing Media Bias and Perspective
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The Role of Social Media in Modern Communication
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Media Creation: Journalism Project
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Media Analysis: Critical Media Analysis Essay
Spoken Language
These units introduce students to diverse storytelling traditions and the art of persuasive public speaking. Students will study and compare Indigenous storytelling methods and learn how to craft impactful speeches for various audiences.
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Indigenous Storytelling
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Speech Analysis: Style and Substance
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Aboriginal Australian Storytelling
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Engaging and Persuading an Audience
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Zulu Storytelling
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Crafting a Speech with a Clear, Impactful Message
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Comparative Analysis Essay of Indigenous Storytelling
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Crafting an Engaging, Complex Speech
Before You Get Started
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