Students need to see themselves as readers and writers. And they need to connect how literacy will help them achieve their dreams and aspirations. Here are a few “seed planting” activities to help students forge an identity as readers and writers. First, students must build a “growth mindset” when it comes to reading. Reading is hard. It takes focus and patience. With time, however, reading transforms the mind. Secondly, students need to create their own […]
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Choosing and responding to “golden lines” is a staple in my teaching. Here is an introductory lesson to the topic.
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My goal is to teach students how to be self-directed learners. Podcasts and documentaries are great tools for accomplishing this. For this activity, students need to watch a documentary or listen to a podcast of their choosing, then fill out ONE of the two worksheets given. Worksheet Option 1 (Golden Line):
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