Instructional Video5:47
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How to Use Examples, Analogies, Similes and Metaphors when Writing your Essay

Pre-K - Higher Ed
In this video, I break down how to use examples, metaphors, analogies, and similes to build and explain your ideas in your writing. You can use these in your paragraphs and essays to take your ideas to the next level. I explain the...
Instructional Video5:58
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How to START Your Essay: SIMPLE & PROVEN Introduction Paragraph Format

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Are you lost on how to start your essay? Trying to figure out how to write a simple introduction paragraph? In this video, I will give you a proven introduction paragraph format to use to begin your essay. I start off the video, giving...
Instructional Video8:01
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How to Start an Essay: Add Background Information to Write a Strong Introduction

Pre-K - Higher Ed
In this video, I will walk you through how to start your essay with an effective introduction paragraph. Personally, I feel like many do not address this issue and it results in many poorly written essays. I want to teach you how to...
Instructional Video5:49
Curated Video

End Your Essay (PART 2): How to Write a Conclusion Paragraph

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Trying to figure out how to write your conclusion paragraph? In this video, I show you how to end your essay in a powerful way. This video is part 2 of a series on conclusion paragraphs so make sure to watch both! First, I review the...
Instructional Video4:07
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How to Write a Paragraph: Using Rhetorical Questions in Your Argument

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Are you trying to figure out how to write a paragraph? Wondering how to use rhetorical questions in your essay? In this video, I break down how to build your argument in your paragraph using rhetorical questions. Rhetorical questions...
Instructional Video10:38
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Only Way to Start Your Essay: Easy Plan, Outline, & Thesis for Cause and Effect

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Are you trying to start your essay by writing your hook? That is a BIG mistake. In this video, I will show you not only how to start your essay but how to come up with a simple but effective essay outline. First, I show you how to...
Instructional Video8:38
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Discover How to Write a Counterclaim Paragraph & Defend with Rebuttal

Pre-K - Higher Ed
In this video, I show you how to straighten your argument by acknowledging the counterclaim and defending it with a rebuttal. As you write an argumentative essay, it is important to acknowledge the argument of the opposing side. In your...
Instructional Video7:09
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What is Plagiarism and How Do I Avoid it?

Pre-K - Higher Ed
In this video, I will explain plagiarism and how to avoid it! I will go through every example of plagiarism that I have seen as a teacher. Also, I feel like there are certain ideas NO ONE is talking about when it comes to plagiarism so I...
Instructional Video10:46
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How to Write New Year's Resolution or Goal Essay (8 Simple Steps)

Pre-K - Higher Ed
In this video, I explain an 8-step process to writing an essay about your New Year's resolutions. I will guide you through every step of the way. From writing your thesis and paragraphs to wrapping up your conclusion.
Instructional Video3:36
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How to Set Up Essay & Format Title Page (MLA Example in Google Docs)

Pre-K - Higher Ed
In this video, I explain how to set up your essay in MLA format. I review MLA heading, font size, color, and type, how to create a title and title page, page numbers and so much more. This will help take your essay to the next level.
Instructional Video5:32
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How to Make Your Writing Sound Smarter (Informal vs. Formal Tone)

Pre-K - Higher Ed
In this video, I discuss the difference between formal and informal writing. I give an example of each and then go through a bunch of tips and tricks to write formally. If you follow the information in this video, your writing will sound...
Instructional Video11:42
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How to Write an Essay: The Complete Step by Step Guide for Beginners

Pre-K - Higher Ed
In this video, I'm going to teach you a step-by-step guide to writing a great essay. I have created a simple 8 step process to write an effective essay quickly. I will explain the process and model each step. This is a great video to...
Instructional Video5:00
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Elaborating on Supporting Details with Hypothetical Examples

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to clarify and elaborate on supporting details in persuasive writing. They emphasize the importance of making it easy for the reader to understand the argument and provide hypothetical examples to...
Instructional Video16:41
Mazz Media

School Violence: You Can Help Prevent It!

6th - 8th
According to a recent report from the National Center for Educational Statistics violence, including student violence against teachers, is on the rise in America's schools. Statistics show that early 7% of high schoolers stayed home...
Instructional Video4:42
Religion for Breakfast

The Academic Study of Religion Explained

12th - Higher Ed
Religious studies draws inspiration from multiple academic disciplines: sociology, anthropology, history, neuroscience, biology, psychology, political science..so no matter what you're interested in, you can probably find a home in...
Instructional Video5:55
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Using Short, Powerful Sentences to Engage Readers

K - 5th
This video is a lesson on using short, powerful imperative sentences in writing. The teacher explains the four types of sentences and provides examples for each. Students are then given practice exercises to identify sentence types and...
Instructional Video3:36
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Crafting a Thought-Provoking Conclusion

K - 5th
This video provides guidance on how to write a compelling conclusion for an essay that leaves the reader thinking. It emphasizes the importance of restating the thesis in a different way using strong words, considering the positive...
Instructional Video14:55
Schooling Online

English Essentials - Next Level Knowledge - 3 Ways to Structure a Comparative Essay (Stage 6, Years/Grades 11-12)

3rd - Higher Ed
In today’s lesson, we’ll show you three different structures for a comparative essay: block, alternating and integrated. We’ll guide you through each of these essay structures using the same question and thesis from our previous lesson....
Instructional Video5:24
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Improving Your Persuasive Opinion Essay: Reconsidering the Order of Evidence

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher discusses how to make a persuasive opinion essay more convincing by reorganizing the supporting evidence. They explain the importance of claims and provide examples, and also review the writing process of...
Instructional Video4:47
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Organizing Ideas for a Persuasive Essay

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to organize ideas for a persuasive essay using a short plan. The teacher emphasizes the importance of defending the thesis statement and provides examples of supporting reasons and details for each...
Instructional Video5:31
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Creating an Engaging Opening and Thesis for Your Opinion or Persuasive Essay

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to make the reader interested in reading an opinion or persuasive essay by writing a strong opening and thesis. They discuss the importance of combining a hook with a thesis statement to make the...
Instructional Video5:13
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Elaborating on Supporting Details with Anecdotes

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of elaborating on supporting details in persuasive writing. They discuss how elaboration helps the reader understand the argument and connect it back to the thesis statement. The teacher...
Instructional Video5:00
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Strengthening Your Argument: Creating Flow with Transition Words

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to strengthen an argument by creating flow in an essay using transition words. The teacher discusses the importance of connecting ideas and provides examples of transition words and phrases that...
Instructional Video4:46
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Ordering Your Introduction: Helping Your Reader Understand Your Essay

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to write an introduction in a logical order for an essay. They emphasize the importance of considering what information the reader needs to know first and then organizing the points accordingly. By...