Graduate Program
English
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Semester of Degree Completion
2012
Thesis Director
Fern Kory
Thesis Committee Member
Melissa Ames
Thesis Committee Member
Unknown
Abstract
Commonwealth Young Adult Literature (CYAL), or Y AL written in English speaking countries other than America, can help American secondary students become more globally aware while fulfilling many of the Common Core Standards. CY AL offers a variety of literary and multicultural/intercultural opportunities not always available in Ameri-centric YA. In this thesis, prize winning examples of CY AL and intercultural CY AL are analyzed for what cultural knowledge students can gain from reading them. Also included is a discussion about what is lost when American publishers "translate" CYAL into American vernacular. Finally, specific examples are given of how American secondary school teachers can incorporate CY AL into their curriculum based on mandated Common Core Standards.
Recommended Citation
Hrejsa-Hudson, Jennifer, "Bridging the cultural gap: Using Commonwealth young adult literature in American secondary schools" (2012). Masters Theses. 815.
https://thekeep.eiu.edu/theses/815
