Effective Strategies for Novel Studies in ELA

This workshop presents innovative, research-based methods for teaching literature in grades 6–12. It emphasizes fostering students’ love for reading while promoting critical thinking and analytical skills. Educators will explore best practices in novel selection, lesson design, and student engagement. The session integrates technology, creative projects, and rich discussions to provide a dynamic, student-centered classroom experience. Teachers will leave equipped with a practical toolkit ready for immediate implementation, featuring strategies for collaboration and differentiation across diverse student groups.

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• Lack of student engagement with traditional novel study approaches
  
  
• Difficulty differentiating instruction for diverse learners during novel units
  
  
• Limited integration of student voice, creativity, and cross-disciplinary themes in ELA instruction
  

1. Designing Student-Centered Novel Studies
   Participants will learn how to select culturally relevant and high-interest novels and create structured, yet flexible units that encourage student ownership and meaningful participation.
   
   
2. Integrating Technology and Creative Modalities
   Educators will discover how to enrich novel studies with digital tools, multimedia elements, and creative projects that enhance comprehension, analysis, and expression.
   
   
3. Differentiation and Inclusion Strategies
   Teachers will explore strategies for modifying instruction and assignments to support a wide range of learners, including multilingual learners and students with varied reading abilities, while maintaining rigorous academic expectations.