How to effectively use comics and manga in the classroom to engage students in challenging topics, ignite their creativity, and get them thinking critically.
Co-created by M. Brandon Robbins and Tom Garrou.
This is a slide show from a March 2010 presentation, "An Introduction to the Graphic Novel." The presentation covered the definition of a graphic novel, how to read a graphic novel, the history of graphic novels, and suggested further readings. It was published by B-Sides (http://ir.uiowa.edu/bsides/11/) however the file seems to have been lost there.
This is a slide show from a March 2010 presentation, "An Introduction to the Graphic Novel." The presentation covered the definition of a graphic novel, how to read a graphic novel, the history of graphic novels, and suggested further readings. It was published by B-Sides (http://ir.uiowa.edu/bsides/11/) however the file seems to have been lost there.
Presented by Emily R. Brown at the 1/21/12 professional development day for Providence Public School librarians at Central High School, Providence, RI.
You don’t need a hero to have a story, but if you want to write about heroic deeds you’re going to end up with one somewhere along the lines. Here are 7 types of heroes that you can use to get you started with your story, or modify these archetypes to keep things fresh and original.
Read the full post at: http://www.jsmorin.com/2013/02/7-types-of-heroes/
Presented by Emily R. Brown at the 1/21/12 professional development day for Providence Public School librarians at Central High School, Providence, RI.
You don’t need a hero to have a story, but if you want to write about heroic deeds you’re going to end up with one somewhere along the lines. Here are 7 types of heroes that you can use to get you started with your story, or modify these archetypes to keep things fresh and original.
Read the full post at: http://www.jsmorin.com/2013/02/7-types-of-heroes/
An activator for use before reading the novel "The Outsiders". This will give students a background on the book, and the time period it takes place in.
A brief introduction to manga & anime, looking at history, types and an explanation of some of the more popular genres From a presentation I made in 2008
How to Make a Field invisible in Odoo 17Celine George
It is possible to hide or invisible some fields in odoo. Commonly using “invisible” attribute in the field definition to invisible the fields. This slide will show how to make a field invisible in odoo 17.
Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology:
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Role of Ethnopharmacology in drug evaluation,
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The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
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Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
How to Split Bills in the Odoo 17 POS ModuleCeline George
Bills have a main role in point of sale procedure. It will help to track sales, handling payments and giving receipts to customers. Bill splitting also has an important role in POS. For example, If some friends come together for dinner and if they want to divide the bill then it is possible by POS bill splitting. This slide will show how to split bills in odoo 17 POS.
The Indian economy is classified into different sectors to simplify the analysis and understanding of economic activities. For Class 10, it's essential to grasp the sectors of the Indian economy, understand their characteristics, and recognize their importance. This guide will provide detailed notes on the Sectors of the Indian Economy Class 10, using specific long-tail keywords to enhance comprehension.
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The Art Pastor's Guide to Sabbath | Steve ThomasonSteve Thomason
What is the purpose of the Sabbath Law in the Torah. It is interesting to compare how the context of the law shifts from Exodus to Deuteronomy. Who gets to rest, and why?
Home assignment II on Spectroscopy 2024 Answers.pdf
Superheroes 101
1. Superheroes 101
Using Comics In the Classroom
Tom Garrou
M. Brandon Robbins
Dude! I
trained with
Ninjas!
Oh yeah! Wonder
Woman is my
girlfriend!
You win!
3. Comics and Manga
★ Comics
○ American or British in origin
○ Major genres
■ Superhero
■ Crime
■ Horror
■ Western
■ Sci-Fi
■ War
○ Straightforward stories with traditional narrative structure
○ External conflict with internal conflict being an overarching theme
○ Primarily written for teenage and adult males
4. Comics and Manga
★ Manga
○ Japanese
○ Major genres
■ Magical
■ Mecha
■ Comedy
■ Sports
■ Drama
■ Daily Life
○ More expansive and contemplative stories
○ Both external and internal conflict at core of most stories
○ Written for a wider variety of audiences
5. A Word About Graphic Novels
★ A graphic novel is a work of graphic literature with a definitive beginning,
middle, and end within a single volume.
★ Most of what are popularly called “graphic novels” are reprints of stories
originally told in serial format as issues of a comic book series or
installments of a comic strip which appear in a periodical.
★ Comics readers call these by their physical format (trades & hardcovers)
and understand them as collected volumes.
★ Single issues are episodes while trades/hardcovers are full seasons on
DVD.
6. Classroom Strategies
★ Discussion and Debate
○ Who would win?
○ Are the superheroes justified in their actions?
○ What skills and knowledge would the superhero need to develop in
order to fulfill their mission?
7. Classroom Strategies
★ Let’s Talk about Archetypes, Baby!
Who is Bruce Wayne?
Who is Tony Stark?
Who is Oliver Queen?
Who is Lex Luthor?
Is Lex a villain, a hero, or an anti-hero?
But archetypes aren’t only heroes/villains. They are places, abilities, themes,
minor characters.
Lex Luthor, Lana Lang, Lois Lane, what two things do they have in common?
Why are they so alliterate? Google it!
8. Classroom Strategies
★ At a Time when we needed them most…
Discuss superheroes, their origins, and what they
mean, for example:
Captain America-- When, why, where, who?
The Flash--
Spiderman--
9. Classroom Strategies
“Flash” forward to modern comics and DC’s “New
52”
Courtney Whitmore (a.k.a. STARGIRL) --
Typical teenaged-girl-turned-superhero. Joins
Justice League America, but is “held back” by her
teammates in order to “protect” her. She ends up
saving them all (including Batman, Wonder Woman,
and Superman). Oh, and she saves the world, too.
Why is having a discussion about this character the
BEST idea EVER?
10. Classroom Strategies
History - Research a superhero and describe the social outlook of that era. Why was the creation
of that hero important for that time?
English/L.A. - Research your favorite superhero. What archetype does he/she fit in?
Science - What would happen if a person was blasted with Rubidium? What abilities would they
have? Create this character, but use the element abbreviation as the initials in their name (Ray
Barone, Reggie Brown, Rahjeev Balakrishnan, etc.)
Language - Did you know that there is a Spiderman in India? A Batman in Japan, and a Captain
Britain? Research them and create your own from France, Spain, Mexico, Africa, etc.
Mathematics - Have students brainstorm ideas on how a problem might pertain to real life
applications and have them make a comic that sets up the problem and shows how it is solved.
11. Classroom Strategies
“The potency of the picture story is not a matter of modern theory but of
anciently established truth. Before man thought in words, he felt in
pictures.” W. Sones (1944)
12. Classroom Strategies
What could you have students do with an comic creator in your content area?
(i.e. exemplify the theme of a text, create a 3-cell comic that summarizes a point, etc)
Comic creators online:
Chogger - www.chogger.com
Read, Write, Think - http://www.readwritethink.org/files/resources/interactives/comic/
Make Believe Comics - http://www.makebeliefscomix.com/Comix/
Pixton - http://www.pixton.com/for-fun
Toon Doo - http://www.toondoo.com
Strip Generator - http://stripgenerator.com/strip/create/
Pikistrips - http://www.pikistrips.com/user/login
13. Suggested Reading
Sweet Tooth by Jeff Lemire
Gus is a hybrid, a human with animal features, many of which
populate a post-apocalyptic world that has been ravaged by plague.
Alone in the woods, he one day meets Tommy Jeppard, a grizzled
drifter, who promises to take Gus to “The Preserve,” a safe place for
hybrids. Their adventure will take them all across the country and
lead to the terrible secrets behind the hybrids and the plague that
destroyed humanity.
THEMES: Coming-of-age, the quest/journey, decay of society, the
nature of family and relationships
GRADE LEVEL: High school, possibly limited to Junior-Senior
Honors/AP English classes where more challenging/mature content
is the norm.
14. Suggested Reading
Civil War by Mark Millar and Steven McNiven
When a superhero inadvertently causes the death of hundreds of
civilians, the United States government requires that all superheroes
register their secret identities and submit to official accountability for their
actions. Ironman leads a faction of superheroes who support and comply
with this act; Captain America cites reasons of privacy and safety--
especially for the loved ones of superheroes--as reasons for resisting it.
The result is an all-out war between the superheroes.
THEMES: Rights of the individual vs. rights of society, good of the many
vs. the good of the few, justifiability of vigilante justice, privacy, role of
government in the personal lives of citizens
GRADE LEVEL: 7-12, with awareness that there is some violent content
equating to roughly a PG-13 movie
15. Suggested Reading
The Prince of Tennis by Takeshi Konomi
Son of the legendary tennis player “Samurai Nanjiroh,” Ryoma quickly
rises in the ranks of his new school’s tennis team. His goal is to not only
hone his own technique and be a champion tennis player, but to lead his
team to the national championships.
THEMES: Rivalry, following in your parent’s footsteps, bonding through
common interests, the nature of competition, setting goals
GRADE LEVEL: All ages, with a broad appeal for all genders and
enough human drama to entice even those who are not sports fans.
16. Suggested Reading
Batman: Death of the Family by Scott Snyder, Greg Capullo, and
Jock
A year ago, Batman captured the Joker and turned him over to the
Gotham City Police. While the Joker sat in his cell, a deranged new
villain called the Dollmaker cut off his face and nailed to the wall
before releasing him from prison. Now the Joker is back in Gotham
City, wearing his face as a mask, and is targeting Batman’s allies
and friends one-by-one.
THEMES: Obsession, trust, the nature of family, mental/emotional
disorders, criminal psychology
GRADE LEVEL: This book is very dark, and should be limited to
only the most mature students.
17. Suggested Reading
Amazing Spider-Man: 24/7 by various writer and artists
Spider-Man has long been a thorn in the side of J. Jonah Jameson,
Editor-in-Chief of the Daily Bugle newspaper. Now that Jameson is Mayor
of New York City, he has made it his first (and possibly only priority) to
bring Spider-Man to justice. In a show of heroic protest, Spider-Man
ramps up his game, staying on duty around the clock.
THEMES: Ethics of vigilante justice, abuse of power, qualities of an ideal
political leader, forms of protest against the government
GRADE LEVEL: Appropriate for all ages
18. Suggested Reading
Otomen by Aya Kanno
Asuka is the big man on campus: captain of the kendo team, a star in
judo and karate, an all-around cool and popular guy. However, he has
a secret: his true loves in life are for cute things and he loves to cook.
Asuka keeps this part of himself hidden, but when he meets a girl
named Ryo, he finds it hard to do so.
THEMES: Gender identity, gender roles, ideals of masculinity and
femininity, social acceptance of those outside the norm
GRADE LEVEL: High school, possibly also 7th-8th grade
19. Suggested Reading
All-Star Superman by Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely
On a desperate mission to save astronauts from disaster, Superman
absorbs too much radiation from the Sun. As a result, his cells are slowly
breaking down, leading to his eventual death. With the time he has left,
Superman dedicates himself to a new level of heroism, making sure that
he has done as much good for humanity as possible--including finally
defeating his archenemy, Lex Luthor, once and for all.
THEMES: Death and dying, the idea of a legacy, morality, good vs. evil,
fate, charity
GRADE LEVEL: While the themes are very heavy and much of the
content is deeply philosophical, the content is all-ages appropriate; best
used in middle or high school
20. Suggested Reading
Azumanga Daioh by Kiyohiko Azuma
The drama and comedy of the everyday lives group of high
school friends, both in and out of school. There’s the smart girl,
the genius elementary-aged student, the shy and quiet girl, the
clueless dingbat, and the transfer student.
THEMES: Friendship, school and student life, major life events,
how different personalities come together
GRADE LEVEL: Middle and high school, especially for female
students
21. Kids Love Comics Too!
★ There are lots of quality comics out there for kids.
★ Comics based on TV shows and other intellectual properties such as:
Adventure Time, My Little Pony, Sonic the Hedgehog, Megaman, Samurai
Jack, and many others.
★ Kid-friendly versions of superhero comics.
★ Many publishers of children's literature have licensed Marvel and DC
Comics characters and done storybooks and chapter books featuring
them--including many kid-sized graphic novels.
22. Where to Go
★ Talk to Your Media Coordinator
★ Visit your local public library
★ Drop by and see your friendly neighborhood comic shop!
Heroes Are Here
208 S. Berkeley Blvd.
Right outside the Seymour Johnson AFB Gate
23. There’s No Limit to The Hulk’s
Power
★ Comics and manga lead way to various other worthwhile pursuits.
○ Fans tend to want to be creators.
■ Art
■ Writing
■ Cosplay
■ Film & animation
○ Comics and prose have a symbiotic relationship
■ Works are adapted back and forth
■ Writers work in both mediums
■ Genres overlap
● NEVER BAIT AND SWITCH!
★ If you have a student who loves comics and manga, encourage that love
and let it grow!
Students debating who would win in a fight. Appears to be wasting class time. Taking a stance on an issue with opposing viewpoints, supporting their stance with examples from the text, responding to arguments made by somebody taking the opposing view.
Comics and manga collectively are graphic literature: narrative works that juxtapose text and sequential art to tell a story (panels and balloons).
Genres tend to mix and mingle, even more so than with comics. Also, because there’s a more diverse audience, there are countless other genres and subgenres (again, more so than with comics). We’re only scratching the surface here.
For purpose of this presentation, we will use GN as it often is--a bound volume of graphic literature. This is only for informative purposes and to indulge my comic shop snobbery. :-)
Comics and manga are populated with familiar characters that students have probably grown up with, if not from the source material then from movies, video games, and TV series’. They provide an instant connection that engages students readily.
Batman=psychology
Ironman=STEM
X-Men=minorities/civil rights
Follett, the main vendor for WCPS Media Centers, often has complete collections of manga. This is handy for making sure you get all the books in a series to keep your students coming back for more.
