EPISODE · Sep 26, 2024 · 22 MIN
226. 4 DYSTOPIAN GENRE TEACHING TIPS: A ROUND UP EPISODE
from Brave New Teaching: A Podcast for High School and Middle School Teachers · host Marie Morris & Amanda Cardenas, Secondary ELA Teachers
We love all genres, but our favorite by far? Dystopia! Not only does this genre tap into the natural curiosity and critical thinking abilities of students, but there’s also so much opportunity to teach it across many grade levels. And don’t get us started on all the supplemental texts you can use!We could go on and on all day about why we love dystopian texts so much - and we will! In this episode, we’re rounding up our favorite Brave New Teaching tips as it relates to teaching dystopia in your classroom. Truthfully though, they are some of our best teaching tips, period.Whether you’re a seasoned dystopian enthusiast or new to the genre, this episode is packed with innovative ideas to enrich your curriculum and engage your students. After listening, be sure to send this episode over to a teacher friend. That way you can plan your next dystopian unit together!Resources:Cloudy Lesson planDystopia WorkshopThe Marrow Thieves: Amazon | Bookshop.orgEpisode 172, 3 Secrets to Teaching DystopiaEpisode 171, New Dystopian Texts & Supplements for Your ELA ClassroomEpisode 81, Essential Question Workshop: Dystopia (Woohoo!)Episode 62, Picture Book Lesson Walk-ThroughEpisode 61, Living in a Dystopian WorldSHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode226"Send us a message - please include your contact information so we can chat soon!"Head to bravenewteaching.com/waitlist to become a beta tester for BNT University!Support the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩💻Join Happy Hour!Curriculum RehabDown with the Reading QuizShop the BNT Resource LibraryConnect with us on Instagram @bravenewteachingSubscribe to our YouTube Channel
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We love all genres, but our favorite by far? Dystopia! Not only does this genre tap into the natural curiosity and critical thinking abilities of students, but there’s also so much opportunity to teach it across many grade levels. And don’t get us started on all the supplemental texts you can use! We could go on and on all day about why we love dystopian texts so much - and we will! In this episode, we’re rounding up our favorite Brave New Teaching tips as it relates to teaching dystopia in ...
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