Description
Artos Academy
Artos Academy
Course Content
What kinds of material will I read and compose in this course?
editorials
essays
commentary
news reports
database articles
Our first objective in this course is to identify the characteristics of reliable news sources. Along with limitless access to media comes the imperative for realistic plans for intake. This course introduces strategies and criteria to consider to maximize the time we spend reading and watching news and learning about important events happening in our immediate vicinity, our state, our nation, and our world.
Our second and equally important objective in this course is to crystalize our responses to current events by learning to write considerately, concisely, and clearly. This means understanding our audience and being mindful of their points of view, while making our own opinions and ideas palatable and interesting.
Ultimately, after assessing sources and honing our writing skills, we develop written arguments expressing our own perspectives. Research, documentation, and specific supporting evidence are all parts of bolstering our communication skills and making us a viable and solid voice in the public sphere.
Duration & Delivery
This is a SEMINAR COURSE with fixed start and end dates.
What does a Seminar Course have to offer?
- Scheduled interaction with peers provides opportunities for real-time feedback and collaborative learning.
- The instructor sets the pace for moving through the course materials, offering support, guidance, and individualized instruction along the way.
- Lessons are completed chronologically. Access to each lesson is dependent upon successful completion of the prior lesson. Independent progression forward is an option.
- Assessment of assignments is delivered by the instructor at set times.
- Social interaction with other Seminar learners is an integral and ongoing part of the course.
- Upon successful completion of the course, learners receive an Evaluation Report that includes the percentage of points earned and the start and end date of the course for record keeping.
- Live seminars are times in which the content expert interacts with learners in real time, integrating online and in-person elements.
- Each module is independent and self-contained, offering a complete and thorough course of study. Modules do not need to be taken consecutively.
- Parent consultations about academic skills, as well as individualized pre-assessments are available upon request prior to enrollment.
Enrollment
Secure a seat in a module of your choice. Students may withdraw from a course up to ten days before the start date with a 50% refund. No refunds are offered within ten days of a course start date.
Required Reading
Mastering Media explores popular media platforms with the potential to broaden our understanding of current events. Strategies for managing these platforms provide the basis for the lessons in the Writing about Current Events course.
Technical Requirements
Students need a reliable Internet connection. Live class meetings are conducted in-person. The physical address of the meeting location will be sent through email. Students have the option of attending the meeting through Google Meet to allow added flexibility. Students who choose to attend class via Google Meet are expected to have a functional camera and microphone and to keep cameras and mics on for the duration of the class meeting unless otherwise instructed. Course materials are shared through the Artos Learning virtual classroom and typically include videos, pdf files, and website links.
