In this video, the teacher explains how to write a compelling letter by revising the paragraph order. The teacher emphasizes the importance of considering the way evidence and paragraphs are ordered to build a strong argument. They...

You might being asking yourself-- Why do ghostwriters even exist? Isn’t that cheating? Isn’t literature supposed to be the result of one person’s agonizing need to create? Aren’t books supposed to be the blood, sweat, and tears of the...

In this video, the teacher guides students through the process of choosing an effective topic for an argumentative essay. They emphasize the importance of selecting a topic that the writer feels strongly about and provides supporting...

This video is a tutorial for students on how to structure their argumentative essays by organizing their reasons in order of importance. The teacher provides examples and guidance on how to determine the strongest and weakest reasons,...

In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about English Purism

What is ghostwriting and why does it exist? The answer is less frightening - but more complicated - than you'd think.

In this video, the teacher explains the concept of the conditional mood in writing. They provide examples and guide students in identifying and using verbs in the conditional mood correctly. The video also includes a practice exercise...

In this video, the teacher explains how to write a convincing thesis statement. She emphasizes the importance of choosing a realistic and fixable problem as the topic, and then provides guidance on how to formulate an opinion and support...

Go, Behind the Words of some of Africa’s literary icons and hear what inspired their writings. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, author of bestselling novel, Americanah the soon to be produced HBO Max series starring Lupito Nyong’o, and Half of...

In this video, the teacher explains how writers support their opinions with reasons and information. They provide examples and explanations to show readers why they think something. The teacher also guides students through a practice...

In this video, the teacher guides students through the process of revising their writing to make it the best it can be. They review the structure of a paragraph and discuss the importance of ensuring that each paragraph supports the...

In this video, the teacher guides students on how to write a memorable conclusion for their essays. They emphasize the importance of leaving a lasting impression on the reader by using a "nip" - a thought-provoking statement or call to...

In this video, the teacher explains how to write a memorable closing paragraph by using a plea for action. The three steps discussed are: restating the thesis, using strong language, and telling the reader what will happen with their...

In this video, the teacher explains the importance of a memorable closing in a letter and provides three possible ways to end a letter: using a plea for action, telling a story that supports your opinion, or stating why your thinking...

In this video, the teacher explains how writers use parentheses to set off nonessential information in their writing. The teacher provides examples and tips on when and how to use parentheses correctly. The video also includes practice...

In this video lesson, the teacher guides students on how to add physical actions and reactions to their writing in order to better convey the emotions and experiences of their characters. Through examples and exercises, the teacher...

Go, Behind the Words of some of Africa’s literary icons and hear what inspired their writings. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, author of bestselling novel, Americanah the soon to be produced HBO Max series starring Lupito Nyong’o, and Half of...

Barry Lane has taught writing in grades K-12, and written many professional books to help teachers teach writing with joy and passion.  He is a sought after keynote speaker and divides his time between classroom visits, workshops with...

Tracy Chou, founding advisor for Project Include and Kater Gordon, founder of Modern Alliance, speak with John Simons, the WSJ's deputy management bureau chief, about how companies plan to transform corporate culture.

This video provides a lesson on how to provide multiple clear reasons to support opinions in writing. It emphasizes the importance of using reasons to strengthen opinions and guides students through identifying opinions and crafting...

In this video, the teacher explains the importance of using commas in dialogue to indicate when it begins or ends. The teacher provides examples and guides the students through practice exercises to reinforce the concept. By the end,...

Coinciding with the Machine Age, the Golden Age of Sci-Fi Literature saw American authors combine factual science with fantastical fiction to take readers into the farthest reaches of the imagination.

The teacher explains the use of commas after introductory phrases in writing. The teacher provides examples and guides the viewers through practice exercises to identify and properly punctuate introductory phrases. The video also...

In this video, the teacher explains how to gather topic ideas for opinion writing by observing people and places in one's life. The three steps discussed are: thinking about important people and places, writing down observations about...