Module 10, Session 6

Quick Write

Directions: DeMott has noted that “one of the more difficult aspects of teaching English is making a connection between ‘dead white men’ and the lively students inhabiting [the] classroom.” Before examining ways to link pop culture with teaching English, reflect on your assumptions or attitudes about pop culture’s place in the classroom.

Benefits of Using Pop Culture to Teach Reading and Writing	Issues or Concerns in Using Pop Culture to Teach Reading and Writing