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Direct linkWright, Gary; Sherman, Ross B. – Reading Improvement, 2006
For the past one hundred years, the American public has been entertained by the daily and the Sunday newspaper comic strips. The comics are now recognized as a legitimate and unique pop art form that chronicles the American culture. Research concerning reading interests and preferences provide evidence that the comics have a particular attraction…
Descriptors: Reading Research, Readability, Reading Interests, Student Motivation
Peer reviewedWright, Gary; Sherman, Ross – Reading Improvement, 1994
Discusses the attributes of daily comic strips that make them an ideal media for use in reading and English courses. Presents information and readability analyses of various comic strips readily available to students and teachers. Argues that comic strips can be used effectively to build reading skills and processes. (HB)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Comics (Publications), Higher Education, Mass Media Use
