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Tupac, LeBron James, Bob Dylan & Two Distant Strangers: Black Lives Matter Study

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Here is a wonderful opportunity to explore with your students four powerful popular culture texts:1. Tupac Shakur's compact and vivid poem, "The Rose that Grew from Concrete" explores the concept of thriving despite economic, racial and social

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English Language Arts, Other (Social Studies - History), Black History Month

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10 Great Documentaries to Show Your Students: Film Guides - Distance Education

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Teaching THROUGH film is a widely accepted practice in both the English Language Arts, Social Studies & Science classroom. As a teacher, I can cover a lot of curriculum with a full documentary. The visual appeal of film allows students to stay

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English Language Arts, Other (Social Studies - History), Psychology

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10 Great Songs for the Classroom: Tupac, The Cranberries - Guided Song Responses

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Song Study Anthology: Teaching THROUGH song is a widely accepted practice in both the English Language Arts and Social Studies classroom. Songs are accessible, familiar, joyful and interactive for students. They lift the energy, bringing the class

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"Two Distant Strangers" Short Film: Critical Viewing Guide - DISTANCE ED.

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Two Distant Strangers is a must-see for high school students. This Oscar winning short film approaches the sensitive subject of systemic racism and police brutality. Clever and vivid, the 29-minute film presents a young Black man (rapper Joey

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English Language Arts, Other (Social Studies - History), Black History Month

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"Minari" Film Study (2020): Critical Viewing Guide + Answer Key - DISTANCE ED

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Minari is a semi-autobiographical drama film about a Korean-American family growing up in rural Arkansas during the nineteen-eighties. Minari won the 2021 Academy Award for best Actress in Supporting Role.Young David and his family move from

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Role Model or Mentor Study: Guided Research Project- DISTANCE LEARNING

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Here is a wonderful independent project for your students. Research a role model or mentor of student choice and write a composition. Great to introduce to your students anytime during the year. Learning about role models is an excellent way to

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English Language Arts, Career and Technical Education, Other (Social Studies - History)

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"Nomadland" Film Guide (2020): Critical Viewing Questions + Answer Key-DISTANCE

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2021 Oscar Winner for Best Picture, Actress and Director. Nomadland is a beautiful, arresting film to show your students about a life built and deserted in an industry town. Nomadland follows 60-year-old Fern (Frances McDormand) over the course of a

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English Language Arts, Sociology, Other (Social Studies - History)

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"The Way It Is" by Bruce Hornsby (1986): Guided Song Response + ANSWER KEY

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"The Way It Is" by Bruce Hornsby recounts the divide between the rich and poor and the limitations of laws aimed at prohibiting discrimination in public places and employment. A beautiful and moving song with two long piano solos, "The Way It Is"

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Walkabout (1971): Film Guide + Answer Key - Classic Survival Film (Australian)

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Mesmerize all your students with this film! I give my highest praise to Walkabout for the high school classroom. Stunning, mesmerizing, thought-provoking!Walkabout (directed by Nicolas Roeg) is a 1971 survival film loosely based on the 1959 novel

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English Language Arts, Film, Other (Social Studies - History)

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Flee (2021) Animated Documentary on a Refugee's journey - Film Guide

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Flee (2021) depicts the refugee experience through bold animation. The film pushes the conventions of documentary filmmaking to present a memoir about struggle and survival. This is a refugee’s tale from Afghanistan to Moscow to Denmark.Critical

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"Rabbit-Proof Fence" Film: Impromptu Writing Test & Assessment Rubric

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The film, The Rabbit Proof Fence is based on a true story. Daisy, Gracie and Molly are three aboriginal children who were taken to the Moore River Residential School, 1500 miles for their home. The three girls run away from the school and walk back

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Learning to Skateboard in a War Zone (if you’re a girl): Writing a Film Review

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As war continues in Afghanistan its people must face daily violence and gender oppression. This short documentary by acclaimed film maker Carol Dysinger contrasts this backdrop against a set of interviews with young girls seeking an education, while

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English Language Arts, Other (Social Studies - History), Writing

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Reading a TikTok Video with Your Students - Distance Education

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How TikTok Holds Your Attention? Reading a TikTok Video with your Students Short Videos are very satisfying to ‘read’ with students. Students need help in ‘deconstructing’ them. It’s important to find a video that is relatable. What’s Behind the

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English Language Arts, Other (Social Studies - History), Close Reading

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

20 Years teaching Middle and Secondary Language Arts and Social Studies, Physical Education, Special Education. Conference Presenter on Literacy Strategies, Reading and Writing Workshop Approach. Curriculum Developer at the Middle and Secondary level. Coached High School and College teams in various sports, including Rowing and Track & Field.

MY TEACHING STYLE

Reading and Writing Workshop Approach. I teach a variety of students with a wide range of skills and abilities. Teaching resources aim to reach a continuum of learners, using flexible and engaging strategies.

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MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Honours Bachelor of Arts (English Literature, Women's Studies); Masters of Arts (English Literature; Master's Thesis on Don DeLillo); Bachelor of Education (English and Social Studies); Diploma in Special Education.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I read widely, always with my students in mind. I believe in quality curriculum and bringing the finest materials to the classroom so I can reach ALL learners.

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PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool, Staff, Not Grade Specific

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Applied Math, Fractions, Other (Math), Science, Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment, Social Studies, Civics, Government, European History, World History, Arts & Music, Visual Arts, Graphic Arts, Music, Physical Education, Special Education, Drama, Career and Technical Education, Health, ELA Test Prep, Math Test Prep, Geography, Other (Social Studies), Life Skills, Religion, Critical Thinking, Literature, Classroom Management, Professional Development, School Counseling, Psychology, General Science, Cooking, Criminal Justice - Law, Short Stories, Writing, Oral Communication, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Poetry, Black History Month, For All Subjects, Informational Text, Test Preparation, School Psychology, Close Reading, Classroom Community