Articles & Videos

Videos

A Framework for Constructing, Observing, and Evaluating Lesson Plans: using the Common Language of the Penn Literacy Network

Presented by Dr. Morton Botel. Please use this Viewing Guide.

Reflecting on learning: Archbishop Ryan High School Students talk about the impact of PLN concepts and strategies on their learning. 

Principal Jim Meredith wrote: "When I look back at my career, participation in this program will be one of my proudest moments.  I am sure of this. Why?  Student voice. Thank you for making this possible."

The Plainer Truths of Reading Writing Talking Across the Curriculum

Presented by Dr. Bonnie Botel-Sheppard and Dr. Morton Botel

The Botel Math Workshop for Parents, Tutors & Teachers

Dr. Bonnie Botel-Sheppard and Dr. Morton Botel

Journals and Resources of Interest

• The Four Lenses of Learning: "Brian Sherrer, a HS technology education teacher, put together a tryout lesson that merged the PLN Framework and the Engineering Design Process during his PLN 18B course. Using The Four Lenses of Learning and Design Thinking, he had his students transact with and compose texts to explore a solution to a problem they chose. The students were engaged in critical thinking, collaboration, problem solving, and reflection." Anthony Gabriele
• Please read the ASCD article by former PLN liaison, Dr. Michael Reed: "To Find Solutions, Look Inward"
• A school principal’s final assignment for PLN 1
• An assistant principal’s final assignment for PLN 1
• A Principal Implements a Writing Strategy in the Classroom
• 4 Pillars Support Coaching: Pennsylvania Model Brings New Consistency to Instructional Coaching, By Ellen B. Eisenberg (PIIC)
• PLN 14 Final Reflection - Teaching with Poverty in Mind, by Manda Mosier