Teaching Appalachia

High school teachers throughout Appalachia and the nation will find Teaching Appalachia to be a treasure trove of helpful classroom ideas and resources. This book consists of six detailed lesson plans across disciplines -- Biology, Earth Science, English, History, Mathematics, Social Studies -- with many photographs of student work products. Each lesson plan includes associated state standards, objectives and activities, student and teacher reflections, and handy tips. Field tested by teachers at Madison Early College High School, located in Marshall, North Carolina, the tools and results presented in Teaching Appalachia attest to this innovative school's success in instilling self-respect and a love of place.