It was really great to see the applications that we are both discussing and working on put to use in the classroom. It was obvious that Shade’s students put a lot of effort into to their projects, but it was also apparent that there was a personal touch to the work as well. If students are interested in what they are doing, they’re more apt to work to the best of their abilities.
It’s hard for those of us “pre-service” teachers to picture these new and innovative ideas in the classroom, so when we saw Shade actually making it happen it was source of comfort for us. Also, I was very impressed by the talent that was unleashed in those videos. I just wonder how many shy, quiet kids are out there who would come to life given an opportunity like Shade’s students. Great job. Thanks for sharing your classroom experiences with us.
Chrissy
Education in Motion
Reading is Fundamental
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Chrissy, I was struck by the relationship b/w Shade's students' investment in their projects and the reading in the Kajder book--and Alvermann 3 of course. Let's talk more abou that on Tues. night.
I loved Shade's presentation as well. It's great to read about all of these teaching practices, but quite another to see them. I'm thinking I'd like to observe with him for at least a day, but where to find the time?!
I'm really glad I had the opportunity to see Shade. It seems that teachers like Shade, who embrace students' nontraditional literacy, are rare. Way to go Professor Stearns for providing us with another real life example of what we can be like as teachers!
A little be-lated... but nonetheless Shade's presentation was great! I also was shocked by the talent in some of his students. Also, I think it is good to keep in mind that as English teachers, electives are always a possibility. In my opinion, electives in creative writing, mythology, video production or even something like graphic novels are very exciting, and Shade's examples made me even more excited about the possibilities!
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