The Cheeky Lit Teacher

Teaching High School Research – Skill One

CheekyLitTeach — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 16:17:27 +0000

When academic students proceed into the senior grades, it’s often assumed that they already know how to do research. After all, they have completed their subjects at an academic level, they have been learning about how to research since grade one or two, and in not too long, they will be studying at the university level. Research at the senior level, however, still needs to be taught because these students will be operating at an even higher level in their post-secondary education, and the work will be completed with complete independence. It should be assumed that they are very competent learners, but it should not be assumed that they are ready to be fully independent learners; thus, it’s not an acceptable practice to assign projects without teaching them effective research skills. . . . → Read More: Teaching High School Research – Skill One

Seize the Summer Moments

CheekyLitTeach — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 16:57:54 +0000

It's finally summer! Time to recoup after a long, fast year of educating. I was asking myself, "What should I write about?" It's been two months since my last article and I am feeling like I should produce something; however, nothing was coming to mind since I am totally focused on serious recuperation! When I said that I couldn't think of anything to write about, my husband said, "If you were going to think of something what would it be?" My gut reaction: It's not time to work right now...it's time to play. I firmly believe that educators needs a rest, but as a parent, I also want my children to be learning something constuctive. . . . → Read More: Seize the Summer Moments

150 Book Report Alternatives

CheekyLitTeach — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 04:09:01 +0000

Aren't we all looking for engaging alternatives to the traditional book report? Here's a list of divergent activities from the boring stand at the front of the room retell and what was your favourite part! . . . → Read More: 150 Book Report Alternatives

How to Do the “10 Things All Teacher Should Know How to Do”

CheekyLitTeach — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 18:48:55 +0000

Andy Garcia's article "10 Things All Teachers Show Know How to Do" inspired this article which provides an explanation of how to do these ten things in simple terms for those who are new to the skills and concepts. . . . → Read More: How to Do the “10 Things All Teacher Should Know How to Do”

Primo Web 2.0 Tools for Student Group Research Projects

CheekyLitTeach — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 15:35:22 +0000

There are numerous tools online for students to use as they are engaged in completing a group project. Connecting and working with your group outside of school has always been an issue; however, now that there are so many collaborative tools available online, that problem is lessening. I will be encouraging my students to communicate and collaborate outside of class using such tools. Here's the list of the tools that I believe are the most useful to students as they complete their research projects. . . . → Read More: Primo Web 2.0 Tools for Student Group Research Projects