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ERIC Number: EJ294793
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1984
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The Dime Novel or How to Vitalize American Literature Classes.
Chilcoat, George W.; Gasperak, Joan M.
English Journal, v73 n3 p100-03 Mar 1984
Suggests that by studying and writing dime novels, students can develop their understanding of literary history and gain skill in working with such literary concepts as theme, plot, setting, and characterization. (MM)
Descriptors: English Instruction, Literary Criticism, Literary History, Literature Appreciation, Motivation Techniques, Narration, Novels, Student Developed Materials, Writing (Composition), Writing Instruction, Writing Skills
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Reports - Descriptive; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Dime Novels