Supplemental Resources for Teachers |
Are you looking to spice up your boring textbook? Trying to help students connect with tough concepts? Seeking a way to interest students in your exciting curriculum? Look no further! Follow the simple steps below to locate magazine, journal and Internet articles at a variety of reading levels that help you create alternate text sets to use in your content area! |
Step 1. Indentify exactly what you want to cover in your alternate texts. What concept, process or vocabulary do you wish to cover? Be as specific as possible. Make a short list of key words that you might use to locate articles. |
Step 2. Search print materials in your own files and in the library. I know, the Internet is more fun, but sometimes a book or magazine expresses a concept in just the right words. Use OPAC to search the library collection, or come in and browse the shelves. If you are seeking materials at lower reading levels, also consider a visit to the Intermediate library. If you don't have time to do this, just send Mrs. Hodkinson a request, and she'll be more than happy to send some books to your room (in fact, it's my job!!). |
Step 3. Check electronic resources. Remember to look at web sites as well as online databases that our district subscribes to. |
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Step 4. Arrange your materials into sets that you can use with your classes. Remember that you will need 4-6 alternatives, at a variety of reading levels, that covers the concept you wish to teach. |