Category Archives: Secondary Education

Enhance Dialogue Instruction Using Video

Posted on October 30, 2018 by briancookeducator

Teaching an old dog a new trick was the mantra for today’s lesson. I have taught writing dialogue numerous times before, but sometimes it did not always workout the way I wanted it to. Some kids got it, some were getting … Continue reading →

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Letter to Jason Reynolds, author of Ghost

Posted on June 27, 2018 by briancookeducator

Dear Jason, I work in an impoverished community where sports are very important. To some, it is the only thing that is important to them. Learning may not be a high priority regardless of all the tricks teachers and school … Continue reading →

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