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Motivating teen readers with Novel Pathways

Hot takes on turning ELA texts into career sparks, from teachers and teens.

For people who want their high schoolers to read

What educators are saying

"If a student from the Upper East Side can appreciate a Toni Morrison character that has a life story different than their own, that's exciting."

— ELA teacher grade 9-12

New York

"If Gen Z/Alpha don't see a value in it, they won't do it. Reading a text because a teacher tells them to isn't appealing."

—ELA teacher grade 10
Pennsylvania

"If you could've explained to me how reading To Kill A Mockingbird could help me become a lawyer, I would've been more excited to read it."

—Curriculum director, fmr teacher
New York

Why Mrs. "ELA Powers All Jobs" believes diverse books spark empathy and career thinking

Why Mrs. "ELA Powers All Jobs" believes diverse books spark empathy and career thinking

Why Mrs. "ELA Powers All Jobs" believes diverse books spark empathy and career thinking

An ELA teacher in New York City reflects on how career connections can make diverse books actionable for students.

The Text to Next Collection

May 18

I got wrecked by Reddit teachers. It was a master class in messaging new edtech ideas

I got wrecked by Reddit teachers. It was a master class in messaging new edtech ideas

I got wrecked by Reddit teachers. It was a master class in messaging new edtech ideas

Here's what happened when I posted a bold idea on Reddit—and what it taught me about pitching to real teachers.

May 10

Getting real about high school reading: Why we do it, they don't, and how to change their minds

Getting real about high school reading: Why we do it, they don't, and how to change their minds

Getting real about high school reading: Why we do it, they don't, and how to change their minds

Why students resist high school reading and how we can change their minds.

Mar 22

Why edtech engagement strategies for high school students fail

Why edtech engagement strategies for high school students fail

Why edtech engagement strategies for high school students fail

Why edtech engagement fizzles out as learners grow, and what we can do about it.

Mar 16

This gap in the literacy market can motivate reluctant readers

This gap in the literacy market can motivate reluctant readers

This gap in the literacy market can motivate reluctant readers

Classics like The Great Gatsby can truly prepare even reluctant readers for high-growth careers.

Mar 10

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Jolie Radunich

Edtech professional, former English tutor and lifelong student user.

BA in Education, Tech, & Entrepreneurship from New York University.

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