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Craft Winning Essays for the Highly Competitive Academies of Loudoun! Includes one-on-one meetings with individual students on week 5. Maximum of 8 students in a class. The Academies of Loudoun Admissions Writing Camp is designed to help students master the art of persuasive and structured writing to create standout application essays. Through expert coaching, personalized feedback, and timed writing practice, students will learn how to highlight their STEM interests, problem-solving abilities, and innovative thinking compellingly. Blended: Week 1 - In Person Week 2- In-Person Week 3- In-Person Week 4- Live Online Week 5 - Live Online and the start of one one-on-one meeting Week 6 - Asynchronous (one-on-one meeting with students) Week 7 - In-Person Week 8 - In-Person & Test Simulation
Self-Paced Learning: Flexibly progress through the course material according to your schedule and pace. Essay Crucial Contents: Use the Academies of Loudoun Writing Rubric to embed your background, skills, and interests. Interactive and Engaging Content: Engage with interactive lessons, including video tutorials, practice exercises, and actual essay examples. Personalized Feedback: Receive detailed feedback on your essays from Masterpiece Academy's expert teachers, helping you hone your writing skills. Practice Tests: Test your skills with practice tests that mimic actual exam conditions, ensuring you're fully prepared on test day. Writing Techniques: Learn techniques appropriate for the Advanced Engineering and Technology Writing Task and other timed essays.
Ace the Academies of Loudoun Writing Task—At Your Own Pace! > Expert-Designed Comprehensive Curriculum: Developed by Krishna Cart, National Board Certified Reading Specialist and Literacy Coach, now a doctoral student in Curriculum and Instruction. > Conquer Test Anxiety: Build confidence with proven strategies that make test day stress-free. > Real-Time Practice: Prepare like a pro with timed test simulations that mirror the exam environment. > Learn on Your Schedule: Enjoy the flexibility of a self-paced course that fits seamlessly into your life. > Rubric-Based Feedback: Get personalized insights aligned with the official Academies of Loudoun Writing Rubric. > Stay Motivated: Earn badges as you progress, keeping you engaged and motivated—even if writing isn’t your favorite activity. > Ludic Learning: Experience a playful, engaging approach that makes mastering writing enjoyable. > Supportive Environment: Thrive in a positive setting where your achievements are celebrated. Timed-Test Simulation: On November 5, 2024, students will have the opportunity to participate in a 2.5-hour timed-test simulation, which will help them prepare for real-world writing assessments.
Benefits of Online or In-Person Live Instruction: > Flipped Classroom Model: Maximize learning time with a modern flipped classroom approach, where students review videos and materials at their own pace before applying knowledge in interactive sessions. > Self-Paced Learning: Students can access our ACL Writing Self-Paced resources anytime, anywhere, allowing them to learn at their own pace and revisit challenging concepts. > Personalized Teacher Support: Benefit from the added value of caring, knowledgeable teachers who provide tailored guidance and ensure each student’s unique needs are met. > Interactive In-Person and Online Sessions: Engage in dynamic, hands-on activities that reinforce learning in the classroom or through live online sessions. > Targeted Feedback: Students receive customized, rubric-based feedback aligned with the Academies of Loudoun standards, helping them refine their writing skills and achieve their goals. Motivation Through Recognition: Keep students engaged and motivated with our unique badge-awarding system, celebrating milestones and progress. Seamless Integration of Resources: Combine the flexibility of self-paced learning with the structured support of teacher-led sessions, creating a balanced and practical educational experience. Proven Expertise: Learn from a curriculum crafted by Krishna Cart, a National Board Certified Reading Specialist and Literacy Coach, backed by years of experience and ongoing doctoral research in Curriculum and Instruction.
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