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Learning To Disclose: A Journey Of Transracial Adoption Teaching Resource, Joni Schwartz
Learning To Disclose: A Journey Of Transracial Adoption Teaching Resource, Joni Schwartz
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This textbook guide for the book Learning to Disclose: A Journey of Transracial Adoption by Joni Schwartz & Rebecca Schwartz, November 2020 published by the Peter Lang Group. This teaching aid accompanies the text. This teaching aid was created by Alejandro Toro as part of an LIB 220, Spring 1 research course project. It is submitted with his written permission.
Silent Film: A Visual Narrative For Developing Linguistic Competence, Patricia George
Silent Film: A Visual Narrative For Developing Linguistic Competence, Patricia George
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Visual narratives in silent films are an effective method for developing linguistic competence in English language education and are equally constructive in developing critical thinking skills across disciplines. “Silent film, more than any other film property, capitalizes on ESL students’ visual literacy, using it as both a foundation and a catalyst for honing the verbal language skills that are key to acquiring and articulating complex knowledge in English” (Kasper and Singer, 2001). Silent films rely on the power of vivid, interactive visual imagery to depict personal struggles, character interactions, and plot development. This medium grabs the attention of ESL students …
Esl 141/Esl 161, Sheridan F. Honore
Esl 141/Esl 161, Sheridan F. Honore
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The goal of these courses is to prepare students to meet the rigorous academic demands that they will encounter when they begin taking courses for credit at Lehman College. This course prepares students by giving them a strong foundation in writing, reading comprehension, speaking, listening comprehension and the fundamentals of English grammar.