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British Literature Do's and Don'ts

by Teri

Jun 17, 2011

Bad news--three of our high school's English teachers were surplused and sent to other schools. Good news--I will FINALLY be given a couple of senior British literature courses next year!

I am very interested in hearing about your experiences teaching British literature. Any texts that work especially well? Any that the kids just really hate? Any great activities that you would recommend?

Thanks in advance for your response!

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Francesca I teach British literature to non-academic students. They always seem to enjoy _Beowulf_, _Macbeth_, _The Canterbury Tales_, and some of the poetry the most.

Good luck! :)

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Jul 25, 2011

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