--- title: Online Rhetoric And Writing Course | Williamsburg Learning description: This online high school course starts by exploring Aristotle’s concepts of logos, ethos, and pathos. Students then complete a research and write an essay image: https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/language-arts-8b.jpeg --- Language Arts Program # Language Arts 8 B ![live online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/Icons%20Badges/ico-bar-4.svg) ![live online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/WHITE%20live%20course.svg) #### Live Courses If you want the personal connection of an excellent brick-and-mortar classroom combined with the flexibility of online learning for your student, choose this option. Our signature live online courses are the heart of the Williamsburg program, led by expert mentors who create a deep sense of community between students. Live courses include the following benefits: - Weekly live classes with mentor and peers - Live interaction via webcam, mic, and chat box - Access to live study groups and 1:1 tutoring - Chances to participate in student government - Group projects & peer-reviewed presentations - Simulations & student-led discussions - Written, oral, and project-based exams ![classic or honors online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/Group%20195%20(1)-1.svg) ![classic or honors online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/WHITE%20classic%20honors.svg) #### Classic & Honors Versions In many live courses, we offer both a Classic and Honors format. Students in both versions meet in the same live class sessions, but students in Honors courses have about 30% more readings and assignments, including projects that are more challenging. Students are welcome to enroll in whichever version fits best for them and can switch within the first twenty-one days of the semester. Honors courses are not available in the self-paced format. - Freedom to participate in other programs and extracurriculars - Freedom to go deeper in other areas of interest - Time to process what you’re learning without being overwhelmed by assignments and readings - Opportunities for deeper readings, discussions, and analysis - Challenging assignments exploring themes, lessons, and characters in the liberal arts - Freedom to thoroughly explore the subject material ![self-paced online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/Icons%20Badges/ico-bar-3.svg) ![self-paced online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/WHITE%20selfpaced.svg) #### Self-Paced Courses If your student works well independently or needs more flexibility to work around other activities, our self-paced courses are an ideal option and provide a richer, more personal experience than many other asynchronous online courses. Self-paced courses include the following benefits: - Engaging recordings from our best live classes - Interaction with peers through online forums - Access to weekly mentor office hours - Streamlined assignments for meaningful learning - Same high-quality readings as live classes - Same personalized feedback as live classes ![independent studies online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/Icons%20Badges/ico-bar-2.svg) ![independent studies online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/WHITE%20indi%20studies%20course.svg) #### Independent Studies Courses In high school [Math](https://www.williamsburglearning.com/curriculum/high-school/math/independent-math-courses/), [Fine Arts](https://www.williamsburglearning.com/curriculum/high-school/fine-arts/independent-fine-arts/), [PE](https://www.williamsburglearning.com/curriculum/high-school/pe-health/independent-pe/), and [Electives](https://www.williamsburglearning.com/curriculum/high-school/electives/independent-electives/), we offer independent courses so students can earn academic credit for learning from a third-party curriculum provider. Some students prefer alternative math programs; others put in long hours practicing musical instruments, competing on an athletic team, or participating in internships. Students can earn credit for these and other activities by enrolling in an Independent Studies course, provided they fulfill the course requirements (see the above course links for full details). - Earn credit for things you are already doing and enjoy - Access to a mentor while working independently to complete education hours Why This Class As your student prepares for high school, you want them to feel confident in their critical thinking and writing skills. This course helps by guiding your student through a series of fun analysis exercises and essay projects. Students in this course focus on writing thesis-driven five-paragraph essays. They start by exploring Aristotle’s concepts of logos, ethos, and pathos. Then, students conduct research, develop opinions, and compose an essay on a topic of their choice. From there, they think critically about the development of a character from their favorite book and analyze how the events of the story impacted that character. Then, they compose a second research essay on a topic of their choice and focus on the importance of distinguishing between credible and non-credible sources. The course concludes with a final portfolio presentation that lets students reflect on the growth they’ve experienced throughout the semester. They now know how to appeal to logic, emotion, and reason through writing—and they’re ready to take those skills to high school. ![Featured Image](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/language-arts-8b.jpeg) [![REGISTER NOW](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/8517951/88ac3225-76e8-42c6-b779-0d65b82fa80e.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/8517951/88ac3225-76e8-42c6-b779-0d65b82fa80e) **Course Details** Recommended Grade: 8th Prerequisites: None Estimated Weekly Hours: 4 Format: Live Credits: 0.5 ### Reading List ![Group 166](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/Group%20166.svg) The Perfect English Grammar Workbook by Lisa McLendon The Pearl by John Steinbeck ### Overarching Questions ![Group 108](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/Group%20108.svg) What matters to me? What can I learn from stories? How do I construct effective sentences, paragraphs, and essays? How can I distinguish between reliable and unreliable sources of information? How have I grown as a writer? ## Related Courses [ ## 7th Grade Math A SEE THE COURSE ](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/courses/7th-grade-math-a) [ ## Algebra 1B SEE THE COURSE ](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/courses/algebra-1b) [ ## Independent Fine Arts SEE THE COURSE ](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/courses/independent-fine-arts) [ ## Beauty of Music A SEE THE COURSE ](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/courses/beauty-of-music-a) [ ## Language Arts 8 A SEE THE COURSE ](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/courses/language-arts-8-a) Please contact our Customer Support Team at [support@williamsburglearning.com](mailto:support@williamsburglearning.com) if you have questions. Please note that program and course descriptions, as well as reading and materials lists, are subject to change as we continuously improve our curriculum throughout the year. 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