Media Literacy 101
2020-08-06 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Media Literacy: Can You Spot Fake News?
By Cola City Homeschoolers
Thursday, August 6 @1 pm
Ages: Teens (and adults)
Cost $25
Class Description:
In a world where everyone is a journalist, it can be very difficult to know if the information you are seeing is true, especially for kids/ teens. This Media Literacy class will promote critical thinking skills that will empower your child to make informed decisions. In this class, they will be introduced to key media literacy concepts through the use of fill in the blank notes, games, and real-life examples. They will learn how to spot fake news using their myth-busting toolkit they will be given during a one-hour class presentation.
In addition, students will have access to a google classroom and flipgrid for additional resources and continued discussions about fake news. The rest of the course is self paced to dig deeper into media literacy. We’d like to start a journalism club with written articles using reliable, credible sources of information.
Controverial/political topics will be discussed during this class.
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IEW High School Course Begins
2020-08-19 07:00 - 08:00 | Virtual Event
IEW Structure and Style for Students Level C (High School)
Kimberly Kelley, IEW Registered Instructor
Classes by Cola City Homeschoolers
Course Description: Using the Structure and Style Writing Method from the Institute for Excellence in Writing, students will take notes, summarize, write stories, produce a research report, and compose essays. Homework assignments are to be completed and turned in daily. Personalized feedback will be given on writing assignments. This new IEW course brings a successful solution to your writing lessons!
This class will provide one-half credit in English composition. Add in your own literature for full English credit.
About the Instructor: Kimberly Kelley is a local homeschooler with 17 years experience approved by Cola City Homeschoolers. Contact her with any questions: thinkingkids@gmail.com
Schedule: Two Semesters, 15 weeks each. Classes meet Wednesdays, 11:00 AM Eastern. Starting August 19.
Cost: $150 plus required materials
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Not Back To School Bash
2020-08-26 07:00 - 09:00
Not Back To School Bash
by Cola City Homeschoolers
Wednesday, August 26 @11 am
Seven Oaks Park
Come celebrate the start of our homeschool year. Meet some new friends, with a bit of social distancing. Masks recommended during close contact.
Seven Oaks Park has Frisbee Golf and a Playground. Bathrooms might not be open, but there are businesses nearby (a short drive up the road).
Location: 200 Leisure Lane, Columbia

Bring your bikes and scooters to ride on the paved pathway.
We’ll also have sidewalk chalk available
And FREE Ranger Rick magazines for all participants.

Bring your own sunscreen and water bottles.
Contact colacityinfo@gmail.com with any questions. Call or text Kim if you get lost along the way 803-348-2419.
RSVP on the form so we know to keep an eye out for you!
