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Susan R. Massey – English Journal, 2015
Picture books are often seen as a valuable tool for younger readers. In this article, the author suggests that the multiple literacies required to read a picture book can provide scaffolding and transmission of additional concepts for older readers.
Descriptors: Middle School Teachers, Middle School Students, High School Students, High School Teachers
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Blasingame, James, Jr.; Nilsen, Alleen Pace – English Journal, 2005
A lesson focusing on the names of muscles but relating them to more common words is presented, as current research suggests that the best way to teach vocabulary is to group related words. Students create visual representations of word groups and teach the words to the class.
Descriptors: Vocabulary Development, Teaching Methods, Visual Learning, Associative Learning
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Frey, Nancy; Fisher, Douglas – English Journal, 2004
Alternative genres such as graphic novels, manga, and anime are employed to build on students' multiple literacies. It is observed that use of visual stories allowed students to discuss how the authors conveyed mood and tone through images.
Descriptors: Novels, Adolescent Literature, Visual Learning, Urban Schools