WRITING INSTRUCTION
Laurie’s teaching philosophy is rooted in the student/teacher relationship and her belief in each learner’s capabilities. She combines this positive attitude with a clear understanding of the writing process, the importance of structure, and an excellent knowledge of grammar. Laurie has experience developing curriculum, leading workshops and classes, and working with students one-on-one. She is available for tutoring individuals and small groups, both online and in person, and for classroom instruction.
COLLEGE APPLICATION ESSAY WRITING INSTRUCTION
Register now for a workshop in August 2011. Laurie specializes in guiding high school students on their journey toward college entrance by leading them through all aspects of the college application essay writing process. Through brainstorming, journaling, and drafting, her students uncover their most meaningful personal stories. Laurie then works with individuals on shaping their stories into compelling and successful essays.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION
Laurie taught EFL in South Korea, both at private language institutes and at the college level. At Kyung Hee University in Seoul, she headed the Teaching Methodology Committee for English language instructors. Privately, she’s worked with students of all ages, from young children to older adults. She is available for tutoring and small group instruction in conversation, writing, grammar, and reading comprehension.
WRITING AND EDITING
Laurie’s creative work has appeared at FairyGodmotherAcademy.com, in the Madison Review, at Web Del Sol’s The Potomac, and elsewhere. As an editor, she is proficient at AP, MLA, and Chicago Styles. Her most recent nuts-and-bolts-project, the 2010-2011 Impact Report for UT Austin’s Division of Diversity and Community Engagement can be viewed at http://www.utexas.edu/diversity/. She is available for work on a variety of projects including theses and dissertations, as well as novels.
Rates for services vary. Please email laurie@lauriefilipelli.org with questions.