How do I use Essentials in Writing? Do you have a suggested approach?

Yes, there is a suggested approach!

Suggested Approach:

1. View the video lesson.

2. Read the text for today’s lesson.

3. Complete the assignment.

4. Verbally describe today’s lessons and preview the next lesson.

In-detail Suggested Approach:

1. View the video lesson. Present the new concept to the student. Depending on the student, you may want to watch the lesson with the student, or you may allow the student to watch the lesson alone.

2. Read the text for today’s lesson. Looking at the assignment will help students be prepared for the content of the lesson.

3. Complete the assignment. Students will complete the worksheet or assignment sheet. During this time, it’s very important for students to “think out loud” as they complete the assignment. If this isn’t possible due to disturbance of other students, they may wait until they are finished and then explain the new concept to a third party (step 4).

4. Verbally describe today’s lessons and preview the next lesson. Again, it’s important for students to be aware of what they will be learning.