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Publication Date: 2005-Sep-1
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Using Improvisational Workshop to Explore Gender Issues in "The Untold Lie"
Zumhagen, Patricia
English Journal, v95 n1 p82 Sep 2005
Patricia Zumhagen, a high school English teacher, highlights the gender inequalities present in older literature by attempting to develop a film update of Sherwood Anderson's story. The students have learned to see how stereotypes operated in literature and in their lives by various discussions and improvisations.
Descriptors: English Instruction, Teaching Methods, United States Literature, Film Production, Workshops, Creative Activities, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Gender Issues, Stereotypes, Sex Fairness, Secondary Education
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: High Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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