Answer to Question 1
Language used in meaningful contexts; interaction with classmates; shared experiences; deeper exploration of own understandings; logical and creative thinking; active experience; integrates language arts. Improvisation - students role-play as teacher narrates or guides dramatization. Hot Seat - students answer interview questions from characters' viewpoints. Process Drama - students dramatize a critical event and examine it from character's viewpoint. Puppet Shows - students use puppets to share a story with an audience. Uses will vary by student.
Answer to Question 2
Traditional reports: students consult a variety of resources and prepare a written report by going through the stages of the writing process. Multigenre reports: students consult a variety of resources and prepare a visual representation that may include the following: essays, letters, journal entries, stories, poems, photos, illustrations, charts, and other visual representations. Practical application will vary by student.