My group and I discussed many thing during our literature circles. We got into how we felt about each character, the animation, and how it was written. We also exchanged views on our opinions on graphic novels and if the book was hard or easy to read.
There were several things that I enjoyed about the lit circles. I am a person who loves to talk about my favorite television shows, movies, and books with other people so this was fun for me. I am a text-based reader so it was difficult for me to focus on the illustartions while reading. My group would point out certain pictures that were funny during our discussions that I would've otherwise never seen. We were also able to explain things to eachother that another group member may have misinterpreted.
When I become a reading teacher, I would love to hold literature cirlces for my students. I liked that they were student oriented and not topic restricted. I think it's important for students to be able to discuss what they want about the book and let their thoughts run freely. I think these circles will help to create a love for reading and help the student figure out what types of books they like and don't like.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Chapter 3 (BK)
In Chapter 3, I learned about culture and literacy, students at risk of failing to succeed, and supporting struggling readers.
It is important for cultural and school expectations for literacy to match. I was not aware that if family literacy was not the same as the school's, that the child would have difficulty learning to read at school. Because there is so much diversity, schools need to focus on what each student brings to the table and figure out how to introduce new forms of literacy to them. It is crucial to consider socioeconomic status, language-minority status, special needs, and poverty when coming up with literacy groups and programs in schools. Teachers must be aware of the background and the needs of their struggling readers in order for them to succeed.
It is important for cultural and school expectations for literacy to match. I was not aware that if family literacy was not the same as the school's, that the child would have difficulty learning to read at school. Because there is so much diversity, schools need to focus on what each student brings to the table and figure out how to introduce new forms of literacy to them. It is crucial to consider socioeconomic status, language-minority status, special needs, and poverty when coming up with literacy groups and programs in schools. Teachers must be aware of the background and the needs of their struggling readers in order for them to succeed.
Chapter 2 (BK)
In chapter 2, we read about how we learn, language learning and development, and family literacy.
I found it interesting to see all the factors that can affect cognition. Schema theory, prior knowledge, patterning, metacognition, social and cultural contexts, emotions, and motivation all affect cognitive learning. I also learned how important it is for children to gain oral language structure. Early on, they experiment with the sounds language makes and symbols which will help them transfer this knowledge later. Not only is literacy affected by what you learn in each phase going through school, but it is also greatly impacted by family life. It is important to share literacy experiences as a family, have literacy material accessible in the home, and for all family members to practice a good attitude towards literacy. Parents can start their child's literacy success at home.
I found it interesting to see all the factors that can affect cognition. Schema theory, prior knowledge, patterning, metacognition, social and cultural contexts, emotions, and motivation all affect cognitive learning. I also learned how important it is for children to gain oral language structure. Early on, they experiment with the sounds language makes and symbols which will help them transfer this knowledge later. Not only is literacy affected by what you learn in each phase going through school, but it is also greatly impacted by family life. It is important to share literacy experiences as a family, have literacy material accessible in the home, and for all family members to practice a good attitude towards literacy. Parents can start their child's literacy success at home.
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