Great questions, Steve! And
here's a challenge for the rest of you: I'd be very interested in knowing
how all of you would answer his intriguing Top 10 question. Any
takers?
Linda
Comerford
317.786.6404
Herb,
I think you should ask directly about the
candidates's work and experience. I am sure you want someone who not only
values grammar but also can teach it well?
How do you teach grammar as a
part of composition?
Where and how do you address it?
What grammatical
areas do you find students need help with most these days?
How much does
grammar count when you grade compositions?
How do you assess grammatical
understanding of your students?
How would you explain the use of commas in a
series to a student?
What have you found works with students who seem to have
difficulty understanding a grammatical concept?
How do you make grammar
interesting as many students find it dull?
What do you think are the top 10
grammatical/mechanical topics students MUST master before they graduate?
Ask to look at some compositions the candidates have corrected. Ask to
see samples of their own writing.
Etc.
Steve Cohen
The
Allen-Stevenson School
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