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Podcasts In this course, we usually do reviews of popular texts that apply to the teaching of grammar and/or writing (see the Eat, Shoots & Leaves reviews). For Spring 2007, we've added a twist by doing it with Podcasting. Each of the following projects are downloadable and appropriate for classroom and/or faculty development use. They include three elements:
Truss, Lynne. Eats, Shoots & Leaves: The Zero Tolerance Approach to Punctuation Podcast | Teacher Guide | Student Guide Title: A Grammar Carol Description: A rendition on Anton Chekhov’s classic rendition of a classic tale by Dickens. Rob is torment by his poor grammar holding down his writing. While he slumbers three ghosts; one sweet, one sassy, and one “British (?);” come to visit him and teach him the rules of grammar to help him improve his skills as a writer. His night ends with euphoria as Rob is able to produce his paper and not worry about his grammatical skills. Presented in a quasi old-radio style format that is sure to keep both the learner and teacher amused. Appropriate Grade Level/Audience: MIddle School/High School Authors/Reviewers: Rob Gardella, Renee Roodvoets, Paul Brenner, John Roberts, and Lisa Eller Lederer, Richard. Anguished English Podcast | Teacher Guide | Student Guide Title: Grammatical Goof-Ups: Having Fun with Anguished English, By Dr. Richard Lederer Description: This podcast was designed to be used in the classroom, complimented by the student worksheet, as well as the teacher guide. First, have the students listen to the podcast. Hopefully this is something that all students will enjoy, and in turn get them excited to learn about grammar and writing. As the students listen to the podcast, the instructor should review the teachers guide to familiarize themselves with grammatical lessons covered during the podcast. Topics covered include pronoun problems, modifier trouble, and revision of the written product. Once the students have listened to the podcast, the instructor should pass out the student worksheet. Now the students can have a laugh at several pictures taken from Dr. Lederer’s hilarious book, Anguished English. After the wave of laughter subsides in the classroom, time for the students get to work. Have the class complete the exercises at the bottom of the student worksheet so they can start to get a feel for some of the grammatical fowl-ups discussed during the podcast. Once the students have completed, the instructor should go over pronoun problems, modifier trouble, and revision of the written product to make sure that all students are clear on the topics covered. Remember, this is supposed to be a fun exercise that builds confidence in young writers, so have fun!!! For more hilarious grammatical goofs, we encourage you to purchase Dr. Lederer’s book, Anguished English. Appropriate Grade Level/Audience: Middle School/High School Authors/Reviewers: Brandon McNab, Dustin Childers, Monteze Morales, and Lauren Hill Lederer, Richard. More Anguished English Podcast | Teacher Guide | Student Guide Title: Newscast Grammar Blunders Description: WZZK Channel 13 brings you hilarious bloopers, which misconstrue the actual news event. These mishaps occur in headlines and breaking news stories as well as presidential coverage. WZZK does not recommend that you use this grammar near an open flame. Appropriate Grade Level/Audience: College Authors/Reviewers: Jared Bellow, Megan Elliott, Alyssa Coffey, and Melissa Timm Rose, Mike. Lives on the Boundary Title: Redefining Professional Development: A Podcast Book Club Leader's Introductory Notes | Introductory Podcast Meeting Podcasts: (Note - this podcast is split into six sections, corresponding to six group meetings [see 'agenda' and 'Leader Notes' below] ] Meeting One: Agenda | Leader Notes Meeting Two: Agenda | Leader Notes Meeting Three: Agenda | Leader Notes Meeting Four: Agenda | Leader Notes Meeting Five: Agenda | Leader Notes Final Meeting: Agenda | Leader Notes Description: A series of podcasts used to facilitate a book club form of professional development, using Mike Rose’s Lives on the Boundary. This book discusses the failures of America’s educational system with stark honesty. For school systems who encounter the “educationally underprepared” Rose discusses, this Book Club attempts to break stereotypes, redefine labels, and re-examine school and teacher practices through open conversation – by asking the tough questions. Appropriate Grade Level/Audience: Teachers and Administrators. Also appropriate for graduate level education courses. Authors/Reviewers: Ashley Latchaw, Emily Winkel, and Sarah Davis King, Stephen. On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft Podcast | Teacher Guide | Student Guide Title: Stephen King in the Classroom Description: This Podcast is based on Stephen King’s memoir On Writing. It is set up with a student asking real questions about things she has struggled with while writing. We attempt to answer her questions citing specific things Stephen King does when he writes. We include both teacher and students guides to use while reading the novel and listening to our podcast. Appropriate Grade Level/Audience: High School/College Authors/Reviewers: Stephanie Zimmerman, Stephanie King, and Ryan Smith |