First off, I just want to start out by saying that I loved the Strategy 1 test that Noden provided us with in Chapter 10. How crazy is it that people compare a person's intelligence level by how proper their grammar usage is and how well they spell. (I'm a horrible speller, so I know how rude people can be sometimes!) This test does make it known though that people will respect you more if you have a greater knowledge of our English language and its grammar. I think that this would be a wise choice to give students/class if they ask, "Why do we need learn grammar/English?" It clearly states that business executives will support the notion that grammatical skills directly affect promotion. I, also, believe that this test would also encourage kids to want to learn (at least a little bit) more about grammar. It would be nice for a teacher to see their students progress as well as the students to see their progress as well. It's motivational!
I also liked the list that Noden gave on page 235. It contains the twenty most common errors in their order of frequency. This would be a great way for teachers' to know exactly what they should focus on when it comes to grammar and teaching their students. Why bother teaching a subject on nouns when they already know how to use a noun and what a noun is. Teachers should focus on what their students are struggling with....this leads to better writing. :)
Anderson does such a great job at teaching grammar! I hope that I can teach my students the way that Anderson has been teaching me during the semester. If I can do half of what he has done for me, then I believe I will be a great educator! I love the Pronoun Case that he gives on page 112. I think this is a great sign to have displaying in the classroom. If students see these signs/posters, I believe they are more willing to look and try to learn it on their own time as well.