Lightning Lit for adult learning

[erica471]

I was wondering if Lightning Lit would be appropriate for adult self-eduction. I'm trying to read some of the literature I missed in high school and college and was wondering if the high school level might be an option.

[Michelle in AL]

Hhmm, I've only used 8th grade, but from that experience, I don't think the comprehension questions will bring you really indepth analysis of the books. I could be wrong about the high school levels though. I think you wouldn't need many of the worksheets or writing assignments.

 

For adult education, I would start off by reading How to Read Literature Like a Professor

Then The Well Educated Mind along with the books it covers along with Invitation to the Classics for background info on the books.

[Sahamamama]

For adult education, I would start off by reading How to Read Literature Like a Professor

Then The Well Educated Mind along with the books it covers along with Invitation to the Classics for background info on the books.

 

I can't comment on LL because I haven't used it, but :iagree: with Michelle's recommendations for HTRLLAP, TWEM, and ITTC. This is how I'm "working through" some of what "we" :glare: missed in public HS. It really bugs me, now that I think about it, just how little we got for how hard we worked, KWIM? Anyway, TWEM and ITTC are good resources for adult learners.

 

Another thought -- Have you considered Tapestry of Grace? You could use the teacher notes/high school level (rhetoric) questions to work through that material. Then you'd have the other levels to use with your students all the way through. I haven't done this, but I've read here on the boards about some who have. Just a thought, HTH.

[erica471]

Thanks for the ideas! :thumbup: