Choral readings, Reader's Theatre, Poetry for two voices, a reread to
another student or students, a rereading for a purpose, NOT just because I'm
killing time!
On Wed, Oct 5, 2011 at 10:20 AM, Renee wrote:
> What, in your opinion, would be "correct format" ?
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Interesting comments about silent reading time, or quiet reading... how do we
know if students are 'really' reading... the whole purpose of silent reading is
built on a strong belief that time + a good book of one's personal choice +
quiet space = something magical. The experience of having that
I totally agree with you. I also read to my student and discuss the book or
chapter we are on. We also discuss lit devices and genre when possible.
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Although I may be somewhat late in responding, I just make sure that I include
all parts but I wonder if we aren't worrying about the wrong things... Is it
more important to instruct students in the content or spend your instructional
time making sure they are aware and can repeat that this is
Surely the time and focus is on the strategies of good reading. The time
spent is on giving them tools to become independent readers and thinkers.
Our time is precious and always too short. We have much to do, important
work to accomplish. These babes are coming of age in a very complicated
world.
Exactly!
The same as having kids be able to tell the principal when he walks
through the classroom what standard they are on. It is not teaching,
it is indoctrinating. It is not learning, it is parroting.
Renee
On Oct 6, 2011, at 5:41 PM, Marian Murdoch wrote:
Although I may be somewhat
