For families new to homeschooling or the Essentials program in Classical Conversations, planning can feel like preparing for a trip to an unfamiliar destination. With so much to consider, exploring the CC Connected Essentials resources can help simplify your journey by providing valuable resources and guidance. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the choices and tools available, but knowing where to start can make all the difference.
Like planning a family vacation, navigating the Essentials program requires some groundwork. If you’re like my husband when planning for a trip, you might find yourself researching, asking questions, and figuring out the best way to get the most out of each learning experience.
Thankfully, just as with any journey, experienced guides are available to help. Your Director, Tutor, and seasoned parents are invaluable for providing insights and answering questions. You will also find excellent articles in the Essentials of the English Language Curriculum, Fifth Edition.
The Essentials Learning Center on CC Connected also offers extensive resources like videos, eZines, and curriculum guides to help you feel confident and prepared. Over time, you’ll grow more familiar with the resources, developing your own favorite “destinations” to return to each year.
Whether you’re new or returning, the Essentials program feels like a cherished vacation spot. You’ll learn to maximize each experience. This guide walks you through the Essentials Learning Center. Discover tools to support your family on this journey.
Getting Started with CC Connected
Find out how to set up your account here: https://classicalconversations.com/blog/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-cc-connected/
Log into CC Connected and click on the Learning Center in the left column under your name. Explore options for every program your family is enrolled in, and visit the Welcome tab to discover the many benefits of being a CC Connected member.
Exploring the Essentials Program in the Learning Center
As you click through the different tabs in the Learning Center, you will notice that the information is divided into weeks. For Essentials, there are resources for each of the twenty-four weeks of the program. You can choose from the variety of resources each week or filter by category or type of file you would like.
Recommended Resources for New Users
Some great options for your first tour are the Parent Packets for Number Knockout and Faces of History, as well as the curriculum eBooks. You will find most of these in Week 7, or they are easily searchable using the search feature. Make sure to click the heart to quickly return using the favorites tab.
Essential Videos for English Grammar Charts
Along with printed files, you will find helpful videos. The Why and What and How chart videos explain the daily charts used in Essentials English grammar. There are also videos for the charts introduced in each lesson. These are a sampling of the options available in the Essentials Learning Center. You will find these videos by looking in the week that it is introduced or by filtering the category to English grammar and the Type to video.
Expanding Your Knowledge with Onward Ezines
Becoming more familiar with the Essentials program and the Learning Center might lead you to browse other options. One of the favorite destinations for seasoned travelers is the Onward Ezines. In the weekly Ezines, you will find helpful articles, weekly planning tools, and advanced sentences for experienced students.
Keep Returning to Trusted Resources in the Learning Center
Just like visiting a favorite vacation destination over and over, I hope that you will find the Essentials Learning Center to be a place that you visit many times. In the beginning, you will find resources that help you understand and plan. Eventually, you will find your favorites and revisit them often.
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Getting Started: How to Get the Most Out of CC Connected: A Beginner’s Guide
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If you’re already a member of Classical Conversations, log in to CC Connected and explore the wealth of resources available, including the Learning Center and discussion forums, for additional support.
Curious about how Classical Conversations can enrich your homeschooling experience? Learn more about joining a community and how CC Connected can support your family on your education journey.
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