The "Naked Buns" Effect: Steven Cary explains that the "Naked Buns" effect stems from the idea that it would be rare for a student or parent to complain about "Naked Buns" being in a written text, however is the visual representation of "Naked Buns" would be present it would set off "fireworks."
Meaning that the same visual element that gives graphic novels power as a teaching method, is the same visual element that causes for concern.
I would say that with graphic novels the best thing you could do is have support behind you when planning on bringing it into the classroom. If you have support than you are good to go. Graphic novels could be used as a great tool to bring life to what is sometimes considered a dead text without introducing movies into the classroom. They would take up less time and are more inspiring than their film counterparts. Using Graphic Novels effectively could build confidence and enjoyment in readers who struggle with reading comprehension and help them build the reading tools. There are reasons we read children picture books, to help them develop their skills as readers. Why stop there?
Graphic Novels could be used as a stepping ladder to new developments. Sometimes new thoughts or conclusions can be made after seeing something in a different way. We often say that about math all the time. A teacher will go about the same problem a variety of ways until the student gets it, English should be the same way. If reading the text isn't enough apply a new element!
Meaning that the same visual element that gives graphic novels power as a teaching method, is the same visual element that causes for concern.
I would say that with graphic novels the best thing you could do is have support behind you when planning on bringing it into the classroom. If you have support than you are good to go. Graphic novels could be used as a great tool to bring life to what is sometimes considered a dead text without introducing movies into the classroom. They would take up less time and are more inspiring than their film counterparts. Using Graphic Novels effectively could build confidence and enjoyment in readers who struggle with reading comprehension and help them build the reading tools. There are reasons we read children picture books, to help them develop their skills as readers. Why stop there?
Graphic Novels could be used as a stepping ladder to new developments. Sometimes new thoughts or conclusions can be made after seeing something in a different way. We often say that about math all the time. A teacher will go about the same problem a variety of ways until the student gets it, English should be the same way. If reading the text isn't enough apply a new element!
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