11th Grade Humanities

Developed student analytical writing skills through analysis of literary devices in This I Believe audio essays.

Key takeaway - by analysing the techniques used in a piece of writing you create a guide to creating your own.

Over half the class reflected that learning how to identify imagery, tone, diction, metaphor, simile and personification helped them improve their own writing.

Practiced introducing professional level work to students early so as to define quality work

Key takeaway - we can learn and apply elements of mentor texts in order to craft our own.

Cultivation of a classroom culture of independent learning, analytical thought and deep learning.

Co-designing and leading project where students experiment with how different media forms enable them to advocate for change in their communities.

Key takeaway - stories can be told not only with words, but with image and sound too.

Coached creation of This I Believe radio narratives.