How to Write the College Essay | Good Sensory Learning

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College Essay Writing Workshop

This comprehensive seven-session workshop is expertly designed for teachers, parents, counselors, educational consultants, and students aiming to master the art of crafting outstanding college essays. Whether you're guiding someone through the process or embarking on it yourself, this workshop provides all the necessary tools and insights to succeed.

Key Features of the Workshop:

  • Structured Sessions: Each of the seven sessions focuses on a specific aspect of the essay writing process, from initial brainstorming to the final edits.
  • Diverse Learning Materials: The workshop includes a variety of materials such as handouts, discussion topics, assignments, questionnaires, lessons, checklists, and outlines, ensuring a well-rounded and thorough preparation.

Main Topics Covered:

  1. Workshop Outline: An overview of what to expect in each session.
  2. Finding the Right College: Guidance on how to select colleges that best fit your aspirations and profile.
  3. Understanding Admissions Counselors: Insights into what college counselors look for in an admissions essay.
  4. A Personal Interview - Searching for Your Topic: Techniques to unearth compelling personal stories and insights.
  5. Defining Your Strategy and Tone: Tips on setting the right tone and strategy to engage the reader.
  6. Crafting the Catchy Opener and Introduction: How to grab the reader’s attention from the start.
  7. Editing the Opening and Beginning the Body: Fine-tuning the introduction and smoothly transitioning into the body of the essay.
  8. Editing the Body and Selecting the Closing Approach: Strategies for refining the body and concluding your essay effectively.
  9. Writing the Conclusion: Methods for writing impactful conclusions that resonate with admissions officers.
  10. First Draft Checklist: A checklist to review the first draft comprehensively.
  11. The Final Checklist: A detailed guide to ensure the essay meets all necessary criteria before submission.

What’s Included?

  • Comprehensive Handouts: Detailed guides and tips to assist through each step of the writing process.
  • Engaging Discussion Topics: Stimulate thought and discussion to deepen understanding and enhance writing quality.
  • Practical Assignments: Assignments that provide practice and help integrate key essay writing techniques.
  • In-depth Questionnaires: Tools to help students reflect deeply and find authentic personal stories.
  • Interactive Lessons: Lessons designed to clarify and teach key concepts and strategies in essay writing.
  • Detailed Checklists and Outlines: Essential tools for organizing thoughts and ensuring all essay components are covered.
  • Creative Webs: Visual aids to help brainstorm and connect ideas effectively.

This workshop is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the college application process, providing all the necessary tools to craft essays that stand out. Gain the confidence and skills to write compelling essays that capture your unique voice and story.Usage of product



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Linda M.
Thorough!

This is thorough and extremely well organized with great pre-writing worksheets to prepare students.

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Carol T.
Very useful

Very useful for my writer's workshop class in helping students prepare their college essays. My sophomores and juniors feel this is giving them a head-start.

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Nicole M.
Thanks!

Great resource and value. Nicely organized and helpful to students.

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Jessia Kahan
Superb

Superb program; thanks so much for sharing this amazing resource!

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Kimberley C.
Very helpful

Being new to high school and working directly with seniors, this resource has proven to be very helpful for me in guiding my students to writing a successful college essay.