Full Description
"Real, rather than theoretical. The clear examples are inspiring, and the approach can be put to use immediately."
—Jon Potter, English and Drama Teacher
Camden Hills Regional High School, Rockport, ME
"This book provides many novel ideas for teachers to use, with practical applications."
—Jamie Jahnig, English Teacher
Cheyenne Central High School, WY
Promote engaging and energizing learning experiences with a student-centered approach to literacy.
Lessons come alive, students participate with keen interest, and productive learning experiences occur when teachers use authentic student-centered strategies in their reading and language arts classrooms and give students a real voice in their academic growth. In this unique resource, Karrell Hickman presents creative ways to make literacy instruction exciting and relevant, and outlines techniques for inspiring student motivation, exploration, and teamwork.
In addition to four fully developed long-term research projects that encourage student-centered learning while meeting NCTE and IRA standards, this practical text also offers:
Guidelines for using the student-centered approach with readings and assignments
Strategies for guiding students in effective project development, rubric scoring, self-monitoring, and self-evaluation
Time management strategies and resource lists for each project
Student samples and Quick Tip sections
Eliminate the guesswork and let this user-friendly resource expertly guide you and your students on a rich journey of collaborative learning.
Contents
Acknowledgements
About the Author
Introduction
1. Working Toward a Student Centered Classroom
Developing Student-Led Class Discussions
From Criteria to Rubrics: Student-Led Assessment Tool
Other Assessment Tools
Tutors, Teachers, and Collaborators
Time Management
2. How to Create a Project
Where to Find Project Ideas
The Design
Organizing
3. Standards and High-Stakes Testing
Standards and Projects
Standards for the English Language Arts Sponsored by NCTE and IRA
High-Stakes Testing
4. Adopt-a-Poet
Teacher Instructions
Student Instructions
5. Project Monster
Teacher Instructions
Research Assignments
Portfolio
Presentations
Student Instructions
Research Assignments
Portfolio
Presentation
6. "I Was Friends With . . . ."
Teacher Instructions
Research Assignments
Portfolio
Presentation
Student Instructions
Research Assignments
Portfolio
7. Tracing the Protest Movement in America Through Song: A Scavenger Hunt
Teacher Instructions
The Scavenger Hunt
Portfolio
Timeline Graphic
Presentation
Student Instructions
Portfolio
Timeline Graphic
Presentation
Appendix
Project Design
Adopt-a-Poet
Project Monster
"I Was Friends With . . . ."
Tracing the Protest Movement in America Through Song: A Scavenger Hunt
Resources
Case Studies
References
Index
