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Peer reviewedDicks, C. Rae; Horsman, Paulette – English Journal, 1990
Describes a three-week "Introduction to Language" unit for seventh graders. Notes that students feel ownership of the unit because of the amount of choice and sharing involved. Describes the unit's mini-lessons: human language; origins and development of language; symbols and words; meaning in context; and growth and change in language. (RS)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Grade 7, Junior High Schools, Language
Peer reviewedVande Kopple, William J. – English Journal, 1995
Describes the way one teacher utilizes a variety of activities by which the power of language is analyzed and fostered among students of English. Describes methods for engaging students in language play, specifically through the use of puns. (HB)
Descriptors: Educational Games, English Curriculum, English Instruction, Language
Peer reviewedAndrews, Larry – English Journal, 1995
Details the various questions regarding the teaching of language and parts of language to high school students. Contends that teachers should aim at providing students with a view of the wholeness of language. Gives suggested criteria for classroom language activities. (HB)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Educational Philosophy, English Curriculum, English Instruction
Peer reviewedKrogness, Mary Mercer – English Journal, 1995
Describes the way one teacher utilizes a variety of activities by which the power of language is analyzed and fostered among students of English. Describes methods for making dictionaries, playing with words, and chanting poetry. (HB)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Dictionaries, Educational Philosophy, English Curriculum
