If you are looking for engaging, relevant ways to introduce Shakespeare's work and writing style, use Folger Shakespeare Library!

This is a hard tool to rate using the parameters above. It is for teachers and almost functions like professional development by giving ideas for improving pedagogy around Shakespeare. Modules are great, particularly for teachers who have not worked with Shakespeare before. They help make the work more accessible to students. Ideas are curated by Folger staff to ensure good quality.

I love seeing what other teachers are doing around the world, but to really take advantage of what Folger has to offer, you will need to attend one of their professional developments or buy one of their books. The site is a little busy, but once you figure out how to navigate it, you can get some good ideas. Overall, I think it is a great additional resource, but if you want help teaching an entire play, you will want to buy the book.

I feel that this is an effective teaching tool. As mentioned in the "How I Use It" section, this is a precision tool. Think more of a hammer used by a jeweler, instead of a sledgehammer. I like the sheer amount of information, it provides me with options for research, as well as lesson creation. There are also a series of lessons that have already been created, that can be used as they are, or easily adapted to the individual needs of your students. An area of weakness is that of navigation. As mentioned before, this website is DENSE and often cumbersome to find something that you need. This website, on the SAMR ladder, falls between Substitution and Augmentation, all depending on how you utilize the tools provided.