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Direct linkHinton, KaaVonia; Dickinson, Gail K. – Voices from the Middle, 2005
So much hinges on putting the right book in a student's hands. Motivation to read is the foundation from which knowledge, reading competency, and comprehension grow. But how do we do it? Here, Hinton and Dickinson offer practical advice for how to reach kids through a partnership with library media specialists and a commitment to promoting books…
Descriptors: Cooperative Planning, Reading Motivation, Reading Strategies, Adolescent Literature
Wilhelm, Jeffrey D., Ed. – Voices from the Middle, 2012
Wilhelm asks, "But are new literacies just fun?" Then he immediately answers, "Absolutely not--if we as teachers provide the right context and conditions of their use." Offering research-based advice on incorporating technology to increase motivation and deepen learning, Wilhelm boils it down to this bottom line: it's engaged, substantive,…
Descriptors: Teacher Effectiveness, Educational Technology, Reflection, Literacy
Peer reviewedLesesne, Teri S. – Voices from the Middle, 2001
Considers how read-alouds motivate students who might be less than motivated readers and can also introduce avid readers to a world of books they might not otherwise find on their own. Suggests and describes 11 books to read aloud to the entire class. Lists 4 books suggested for individual readers. (SG)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Middle Schools, Reading Aloud to Others, Reading Attitudes
Mueller, Vicki L. – Voices from the Middle, 2005
A class of reluctant readers and writers responded positively when topics were discussed orally before writing. As writing improved, the author of this article introduced "Coffee House"--themed settings for oral performance of student writing. After modeling her own writing, the author invited students to perform, gratified when even the most…
Descriptors: Student Motivation, Picture Books, Writing Skills, Writing Processes
Wilhelm, Jeffrey D., Ed. – Voices from the Middle, 2007
Understanding that learning must be relevant and purposeful to be effective and engaging, Wilhelm emphasizes the value of teaching students "how to participate in meaningful activity in ways that make them increasingly expert in creating culture and . . . cultural meanings." He offers bullet points that suggest starting with students' experiences,…
Descriptors: Relevance (Education), Student Attitudes, Acculturation, Student Experience
