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ERIC Number: EJ542501
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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ISSN: ISSN-0013-8274
Four Projects That Promote Authentic Learning [Teaching Ideas].
Mitchell, Diana; O'Neill, Bridget
English Journal, v86 n4 p68-72 Apr 1997
Describes assignments which engage students and are suitable for end of year: (1) a video or booklet for incoming students describing what the grade they are about to enter is all about; (2) a book of poetry for a special person; (3) a research packet for next year's students; and (4) a letter from parents explaining their feelings for their children. (TB)
Descriptors: Parent Child Relationship, Personal Narratives, Poetry, Research Papers (Students), School Community Programs, School Community Relationship, Secondary Education, Student Attitudes, Student Interests, Videotape Recordings, Writing (Composition), Writing Assignments, Writing Instruction
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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