teaching and learning for the 21st century
Written by Shelley Thomas
In a world that is drowning in technological gadgetry and never-ending software updates and webtools that promise the newest and latest ‘must have’ for educators, it is refreshing to be reminded of the merits and reliance of (now) steadfast applications. Twitter continues to surprise me as an ed app in its reach and breadth in […]
Written by Shelley Thomas
Dialogue is essential for learning. No one acquires real knowledge without it. I asked my students to speak about their education, specifically their studies in literature. Is it true, as many technocrats and administrators would have us believe, that literature, the humanities even, are plummeting like bad stock in the 21st century education market? Is […]
Written by Shelley Thomas
During the academic year, grade twelve English students examined numerous media articles and broadcasts questioning the place of literature in 21st century curriculum design. Does literature, and all that it can bring, belong on a contemporary syllabus? In an age of rapid technological innovation, decreasing attention spans, job training now driving education reforms across North […]
Written by Shelley Thomas
What: Over the last few months my grade twelve students and I have been sharing various articles and essays that look at the study of literature and the role that English courses play in what is often referred to as “21st century curriculum” development. These articles are written by educators, English teachers, and administrators and […]
Written by Shelley Thomas
As parents, teachers and students prepared for a new academic year, The Star published an article, written by Michael Reist, titled “Literature is the new Latin”. Reist has 30 years of teaching under his belt and is the author of two books. Under the large image of a smart phone with apps magically appearing and […]
