English in Context: "Let's Go to Mars"

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  • Title: English in Context: "Let's Go to Mars": FLTRP Instructor-Paced Module
  • Author(s): Wei Liu, Rita van Haren, Lily Miller
  • Collection: Learning By Design Modules K-12
  • Series: Languages
  • Keywords: Reading, Writing, English Language Learners, Literacy, Learning by Design, Vocabulary, Persuasive Informative Text, Point of View, Analysis, Digital Tools.
  • Date: April 30, 2015

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Abstract

Students explore "Let's Go to Mars" by Janice Marriott and Mark Ruffle, using digital tools to develop their English speaking, reading, research, and writing skills. They learn how to write a persuasive/informative text, and then draft, give peer feedback, and revise their own texts.