Monthly Archives: April 2011

Teaching film with high school students

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Abner Oakes

My son and I watched High Noon last weekend, our second time, and there’s so much packed into that short film: the great performances and characters, the camera work, its message on McCarthyism. He and I always have a lot … Continue reading →

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Transitioning from elementary to middle school

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Abner Oakes

I’m going re-purpose another piece from my past work place, The Center for Comprehensive School Reform and Improvement, this one a summary of research about elementary to middle school transition, since that process is starting in many schools districts this … Continue reading →

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