{"product_id":"inspired-english-1","title":"Inspired English","description":"\u003cem\u003e\"The author introduces new pedagogical approaches in teaching language arts, using fiction and poetry to enhance the student′s critical thinking. This is a thoughtful, practical, and innovative book that will foster academic success.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaggie Yadegar, Associate Dean\u003cbr\u003eNational University, Los Angeles Campus \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A ′must have′ publication for the beginning teacher of English. The author gives explicit discussions, providing directions for formulating, presenting, and evaluating each phase of the lesson being taught.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLois Gibson, Associate Professor Education (Retired)\u003cbr\u003eSoutheastern Louisiana University \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLessons that spark the imagination and fuel academic success!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTeachers of English at the high-school and middle-school level face greater and greater challenges as the pressures of standardized testing collide with the realities of declining literacy and unmotivated students. This manual-written by a teacher for teachers of all experience levels-is the perfect companion for those looking to reinvigorate their language arts curriculum and fully engage and inspire all students. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLaCroix shows teachers how they can use poetry and fiction to generate student interest and promote higher-level thinking skills through analysis and interpretation of great works. Arming teachers with all the necessary tools to plan and prepare effective lessons, this user-friendly guide ensures that even the most reluctant students can share in the joy of literature while becoming better readers, writers, and test-takers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures that will aid new and veteran teachers alike include:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwenty proven, ready-to-use lessons complete with rubrics, reproducibles, and reteach ideas   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraightforward descriptions of three effective lesson plan types, including the LaCroix Model   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcrete examples of how to supercharge students′ vocabulary, critical thinking, rhetorical writing and public speaking skills for higher test scores and lifelong success \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSpark student interest with rich literature presented within the context of LaCroix′s powerful and dynamic instructional plans, and watch as their achievement levels soar!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAGE Publications Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54245826789720,"sku":"9780761931102","price":72.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/1295\/4195\/files\/9780761931102_719dea65-5636-4c2d-9168-4a234a82c82c.jpg?v=1777771824","url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/inspired-english-1","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}