Expert resources for high school and university educators in English Language, English Literature, History, Computer Science, and Digital Citizenship.
Explore ResourcesWelcome to The Course Ranch Academy! I'm a university lecturer in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) with extensive experience teaching students across a range of ages and levels in both the UK and China. My academic journey includes a BA in History, an MA in Linguistics, and an MSc in Computer Science—a unique combination that informs my interdisciplinary approach to education.
During my time in China, I taught English Language, Literature, and History to students from 8th to 12th grade, which gave me valuable insights into how young minds engage with content and develop critical thinking skills. Now, as a university lecturer, I focus on helping students excel in both traditional academic subjects and navigate the increasingly complex digital landscape with confidence and discernment.
My passion lies at the intersection of technology, humanities, and education. I believe that in today's rapidly evolving world, students need both strong foundations in core subjects and the ability to be responsible, critical, and ethical digital citizens. This belief drives my approach to creating educational resources that are academically rigorous, engaging, and relevant to the real-world challenges students face.
Through The Course Ranch Academy, I share research-backed, classroom-tested resources designed specifically for high school and university educators across multiple disciplines. Whether you're teaching English Language, Literature, History, Computer Science, or looking to integrate digital citizenship into your curriculum, my goal is to provide you with materials that engage students in meaningful learning experiences.
Comprehensive resources for teaching grammar, vocabulary, writing skills, and language analysis. Materials designed to engage students in meaningful language exploration and development of communication skills.
Thoughtfully crafted materials for literary analysis, critical reading, and creative response. Resources cover classic and contemporary texts with a focus on developing analytical and interpretive skills.
Engaging resources that bring historical events and periods to life while developing critical thinking about sources, evidence, and historical interpretation. Materials emphasize connections between past and present.
Practical and theoretical resources for teaching programming concepts, computational thinking, and technology applications. Materials bridge technical skills with broader understanding of computing's role in society.
Exploring the ethical implications of artificial intelligence and developing the skills to critically evaluate AI-generated content. Students learn to understand AI capabilities, limitations, and the importance of human oversight in an increasingly automated world.
Teaching students to assess the credibility, accuracy, and potential bias of online information. This includes strategies for fact-checking, identifying misinformation, and understanding how algorithms shape the content we see.
Guiding students to thoughtfully manage their online presence and understand the long-term implications of their digital activities. This covers privacy settings, data protection, and the concept of building a positive digital reputation.
Developing skills for constructive online communication and debate, including strategies for respectful disagreement, recognizing logical fallacies, and engaging in evidence-based discussions in digital spaces.
Examining the legal and ethical frameworks that govern online behavior, including intellectual property, fair use, freedom of expression, and the responsibilities that come with digital participation.
Empowering students to move beyond passive consumption to become thoughtful creators and curators of digital content, with an emphasis on ethical considerations and understanding audience impact.
This engaging and interactive AI Debate Lesson challenges high school students to go beyond surface-level facts and deep-dive into the limitations and implications of artificial intelligence in our society.
View Resource →Step into The AI Ethics Labyrinth, an interactive, choice-based HTML game that guides students through three engaging scenarios exploring the ethical dilemmas surrounding Artificial Intelligence.
View Resource →A comprehensive framework for teaching literary analysis at the high school and university level, with adaptable templates, guided analysis worksheets, and discussion prompts for various genres and periods.
View Resource →The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technologies presents both opportunities and challenges for educators. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into our daily lives, it's essential that we prepare students to engage with these technologies critically and ethically...
Continue Reading →There's a common misconception that today's students, having grown up with technology, naturally understand how to navigate digital spaces responsibly. However, my experience in both secondary and higher education settings has revealed that being comfortable with technology doesn't automatically translate to being a responsible digital citizen...
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