Academic Reading & Writing Essentials

In this class, you will learn the skills and viewpoint of literary and rhetorical analysis by close reading of fiction and nonfiction texts. Modeled after the essays on the AP Literature exam, you will learn how to write an effective essay. Through creative writing, you will focus on descriptive language and literary devices. All sessions are online, via Zoom. Limit 8.

  • Thursdays at 7pm PST

  • January 9 - March 26 (except for January 23 and February 19)

  • $500 (10 Sessions)

 

Guest Teacher: Benjamin Morgan

Benjamin Morgan is a dynamic and innovative Language Arts teacher at Open Window School. Previous, he was assistant academic dean and English teacher at Suffield Academy. Mr. Morgan has experience and training in teaching AP Language and Composition, and he is passionate about the interplay between creativity and analysis. Mr. Morgan is known for using theater techniques to unlock literacy skills and inspire writers. Past families note that their children advanced their reading and writing, and also experienced joy and belonging along the way. In his spare time, Mr. Morgan spends time with family, performs improv comedy, and cheers irrationally for the New York Knicks!

Winter 2025 Registration

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