We all know Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey. This narrative structure, also known as the monomyth, has long been a cornerstone of narrative analysis in English classrooms. It’s a useful tool for introducing students to narrative analysis and can be applied
Exploring Cultural Crossroads: The Harlem Renaissance Unit Meets Superhero Comics
Open your baskets. For the appetizer round you must incorporate frozen pizza, rice noodles, crawfish, and licorice candy. Twenty minutes. Time starts now. In the cooking show Chopped, a chef’s creativity is fueled by restriction. Contestants must use the basket
Leveraging Students’ Understanding of Social Media: 10 Ideas for Teaching The Great Gatsby
Social media may be a surprising inspiration for ideas for teaching The Great Gatsby, but the parallels are strong. The Great Gatsby captures the essence of the era while exploring timeless themes that still resonate today. In our modern world,
Teaching with Films: 4 Actionable and Accessible Strategies for Your Classroom
They just don’t get it. Your students can’t form a mental picture because they feel the characters in the novel are too far removed from their lives. Using film in the classroom is a great way to increase engagement and