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Appleman, Deborah – 2000
This book challenges current paradigms of literature instruction by making a strong case for teaching critical theory in high school literature classrooms. The book urges teachers to expand their theoretical repertoires. It argues for the importance of multiple perspectives in enabling students to better read and interpret literature, as well as…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Critical Theory, English Instruction, English Literature