Article 2:
Margaret R. Coulton’s article about the multigenre paper discusses a new approach to the once old and boring research paper. This article looks at the benefits of using a multigenre research approach for students, so that they combine creativity with research. Coulton speaks of how too often research is something that has a negative vibe, that students automatically assume is not fun or interesting. Having students research and present their information in several forms, as opposed to the one regular research paper, helps bring a more positive light to the research paper. A multigenre research project allows students to take their topic, and present it in forms such as Wanted Ads, Newspaper articles, Plays, Poems, Narratives, and even personal letters. In presenting the information in many forms, students learn more about their topic, stay interested and have the chance to see the research through several perspectives! This idea of a multigenre project is great, and I look forward to using it!!
3 Questions:
1. Would it be best to offer a list of genres, or let students choose anything and everything they would like?
2. If the project is on a person, should the teacher have a pre-set list of what is required, such as biographical information/contribution to society/etc, or should students be challenged to decide for themselves what is important to discuss and present?
3. Again, what would be the best way to grade this?
