Teaching grammar and getting it all in no matter what schedule you have is a challenge because time is limited... and grammar is difficult to teach.  Nonetheless, there are standards we middle and high school English teachers must cover before the end of course exams or standardized tests roll around.  Plus, if you are a writing teacher like me, you really just want to see your students' grammar, usage, and mechanics improve.  Grammar is one standard that must be taught, but it’s a huge umbrella encompassing so many … [Read more...]