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Yin and Yang in the English Classroom: Teaching with Popular Culture Texts

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Full Title:

Yin and Yang in the English Classroom: Teaching with Popular Culture Texts

Contributors:

By (Author) Sandra Eckard
Contributions by April Brannon
Contributions by Mary T. Christel
Contributions by Katelynn Collins-Hall
Contributions by Salena Fehnel
Contributions by Hannah R. Gerber
Contributions by Carmela Delia Lanza
Contributions by Jennifer Marmo
Contributions by Laura Sloan Patterson
Contributions by Carissa Pokorny-Golden

ISBN:

9781475806892

Publisher:

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Imprint:

Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Publication Date:

31st December 2014

Country:

United States

Classifications

Readership:

Professional and Scholarly

Fiction/Non-fiction:

Non Fiction

Other Subjects:

Educational: First / native language: Reading and writing skills
Educational: General studies, educational skills and competencies

Dewey:

418.0071

Physical Properties

Physical Format:

Paperback

Number of Pages:

204

Dimensions:

Width 153mm, Height 226mm, Spine 14mm

Weight:

313g

Description

English studies today are driven by demanding curriculum, but this need is often met with unenthusiastic students. Fun worklike movie days or projectsis often seen as what to do after the real work is finished. But what if instructors could blend the two pieces together more effectively, motivating students with interesting material while still achieving curriculum goals This text attempts to fuse the pieces in to a cohesive philosophy. Yin and Yang in the English Classroom: Teaching With Popular Culture Texts is designed to provide college professors and high school teachers with both halves they need to tackle the job of teaching students literature and writing skills: theoretical foundations of, and practical applications for, the modern classroom. In addition to theory and research, each chapter also offers ready-to-use activities and projects that can be immediately brought into the classroom. Whether youre new and need a guide to begin your journey as a teacher, or youre experienced and want to add some spice to your classroom, this text can offer new ways to fold popular culture effectively into your teaching toolbox. Other key features of this book include: Clear, easy-to-read sections for each chapter, including a Review of Current Literature and Classroom Connections Student-centered solutions to increase engagement with popular culture and technology Step-by-step plans for taking the activities from the page to the classroom easily

Reviews

"Yin and Yang in the English Classroom: Teaching with Popular Texts is exactly what English studies needs: A 21st century reboot. Drawing from a wide range of popular culture trends, it offers English teachers practical ideas for teaching key concepts in theoretically sophisticated ways. Even more important, it gives teachers an energized vision for how to make English Studies both exciting and relevant for life in today's world." --Gian S. Pagnucci, author of Living the Narrative Life and Enter the Superheroes

"This collection of essays will help teachers of writing and literature think outside the box--and not just because the authors suggest using pop culture texts. Instead, by exploring the varied ways we might use these texts and the multiliteracies that students bring to them, these essays help us focus more on the processes we want students to learn as readers, writers, and critical thinkers and not just on the products we use to get them there." --Dr. Jennifer E. Staben, Professor of English & Writing Center Faculty Coordinator, College of Lake County

Author Bio

Sandra Eckard is associate professor of English at East Stroudsburg University where she teaches writing, works with English Education students, and directs the Writing Studio, a tutoring spot for students. She specializes in teaching writing, tutoring writing, and using pop culture in the classroom.

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