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Started this discussion. Last reply by Clare Caddell Aug 2.
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Here's another angle: an intro. to any classic could include some online research into the life and times of the author. "Knowing" the person behind the literature, why they wrote it, maybe even why it was difficult to write it, can help build some…
The folks who have already responded provided wonderful reasons for having students read the classics. As an avid reader, I have gone back and read many of the classics as an adult and feel that I understood and enjoyed them much more. However, had…
The classics model good literature and reveal themes that repeat themselves in contemporary literature. Yes, it is important to draw connections to students' lives to make this good literature come alive, and I do believe it is essential. The classi…
I sent this to my high school teachers!
cheryl
Terry,
I think you "nailed it". Couldn't have said it better. I love the classics and understand that not everyone does... and perhaps it was their introduction that made the relationship sour.
Hi Rebecca, I too think that if classics are "required," that they should somehow be connected with what is relevant to today's children and youth. This can, as Terry already outlined, be accomplished by making use of various technologies. For examp…
There is significant educaitonal value (historical, literature, philosophical, etc) in the classics so it would be a waste to not read them. However, they way in whch they are presented could likely use some updating, that is, making use of current…
Hello Everyone,
I need your opinions for students to listen to about the question "Should classics be required reading in today's schools?".
To express your point of view, go to
http://classicbooks.sblc.wikispaces.net/The+Ongoing+Debate
Thank you…
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 10:59pm on November 5, 2008,
coakes said…
- Welcome Rebecca, nice of you to join us. See you in the chats!
Cheryl
- At 10:08pm on October 22, 2008,
Ernie Easter said… - Welcome to Seedlings. It is an interesting community to get involved in the conversation with.
- At 8:04pm on October 22, 2008,
Alice Barr said…
- Hi Rebecca; Thanks for joining in the conversation.
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