Using Graphic Novels, Anime, and the Internet in an Urban High School.

Frey, Nancy; Fisher, Douglas

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ERIC Number: EJ716830

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Publication Date: 2004-Jan-1

Pages: 25

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Using Graphic Novels, Anime, and the Internet in an Urban High School

Frey, Nancy; Fisher, Douglas

English Journal, v93 n3 p19 Jan 2004

Alternative genres such as graphic novels, manga, and anime are employed to build on students' multiple literacies. It is observed that use of visual stories allowed students to discuss how the authors conveyed mood and tone through images.

Descriptors: Novels, Adolescent Literature, Visual Learning, Urban Schools, High Schools, Cartoons, Internet, Imagery

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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

Education Level: High Schools

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Language: English

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