The OER is constantly updating and adding new articles and materials. I recently came across several that I hadn’t realized existed, as they are included in other courses. For example, "Growth of Cities" offers an intriguing exploration of various ancient cities, introducing concepts such as social hierarchies, urban poetry, trade networks, and the rural-urban divide. I plan to introduce this article to my students because of its clear presentation of concepts and the variety of examples it provides. Have you used it? If so, what activities do you assign to students after they read it? Do you use the three close reading technique? Andrea Wong
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I love the three close reading technique, obviously. I also t think it's important to mix things up as my students continue to encounter various readings in this course and elsewhere. So I'm constantly trying for a bit of novelty and experimenting with what works. For example, recently, my students read the "Worlds Collide: Persians and Greeks." I gave them a document asking them to read, pause and summarize each section of the reading. But then I asked them to use ONLY imagery to depict how this particular aspect of the two civilizations would lead to their worlds colliding. The results were wonderful. I'm sharing the template here.
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Denise Ford what was the main difference you noticed when you asked students to add the images? What did they gain with this change?
This is an absolute coincidence because I assigned the same article for homework and yesterday we discussed the questions and analyzed the maps and images.
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The biggest difference was that the students were forced to really consider the collision part of the article. When trying to convey a concept through only imagery, it forces them to hone in on the key concepts. I also think it facilitates greater retention because of the effort involved in considering and creating the images.
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Denise Ford this is a strong point and a great strategy to incorporate into our pedagogical toolbox. I think of students who struggle with reading comprehension and retention. It will be very helpful to them.