Date of Award
2011-01-01
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
English Teaching
Advisor(s)
James B. Carter
Abstract
The following thesis aims to explore the subject of using comics in the classroom, particularly with English Language Learner (ELL) students. Do the images, vocabulary, and contextual cues found within comics and graphic novels positively affect language comprehension and writing skills of ELL students when these texts are integrated into a tailored curriculum? Within my research I have composed an extensive literature review comprised of two major sections. The first section aims to highlight the use of comics to assist struggling readers, again focusing on ELL students. The second section compiles a list of comics and graphic novels I reviewed to have a better understanding of which genres of comics can help ELL students, and evaluate what grade levels these comics are appropriate for. Lastly, I highlighted cultural and socioeconomic factors that define and challenge ELL students and illustrate how these factors connect to comic book and graphic novel pedagogy.
Language
en
Provenance
Received from ProQuest
Copyright Date
2011
File Size
83 pages
File Format
application/pdf
Rights Holder
Cira Michelle Montoya
Recommended Citation
Montoya, Cira Michelle, "A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words: Integrating Sequential Narratives Into An English Language Learner's Curriculum" (2011). Open Access Theses & Dissertations. 2348.
https://scholarworks.utep.edu/open_etd/2348
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Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education Commons, English Language and Literature Commons, Teacher Education and Professional Development Commons