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ERIC Number: EJ646895
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2002
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ISSN: ISSN-1081-3004
Using Student-Generated Comic Books in the Classroom.
Morrison, Timothy G.; Bryan, Gregory; Chilcoat, George W.
Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, v45 n8 p758-67 May 2002
Suggests having students create comic books, particularly as a culminating activity to present their learning at the conclusion of a unit. Describes how comic-book design can be used to help students develop their writing, comprehension, and research skills in a cross-curricular activity. Concludes that by creating and sharing their own comic books, students engage in literacy exploration. (SG)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Comics (Publications), Comprehension, Literacy, Research Skills, Secondary Education, Writing (Composition)
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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