You’ll notice that, so far, we haven’t recommended online instruction, or very much in the way of computer-based learning, in our Resources lists. Yes, we know they exist (and we’ll suggest various ways to use technology with your middle- and upper-grade students in the sections to come). We just don’t think this should be your preferred method of teaching grammar-stage students. Reading is mentally active and forces the student to use a brand-new and difficult set of skills. Watching a presentation online is mentally passive. Writing is labor intensive. Clicking icons is effortless.
