My sixth graders and I are having interesting discussions about the concepts
of metacognition and reading strategies. First, I just need to recount the
types of conversations we're having.
Metacognition of course is being aware of the voices in your head while
you read. Sometimes your head
Gina,
This is not an answer to your question, but I've learned that strategies are
what you use 'on purpose' and consciously--meaning you are aware of
'visualizing, making connections, etc. Strategies become skills when they
are done automatically---without thinking. I don't know if this helps
nunley [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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Sent: Saturday, October 21, 2006 12:49 PM
Subject: [MOSAIC] metacognition or conscious strategy use
My sixth graders and I are having interesting discussions about the
concepts
of metacognition and reading strategies. First, I just need
@literacyworkshop.org
Sent: Sat, 21 Oct 2006 5:13 PM
Subject: Re: [MOSAIC] metacognition or conscious strategy use
Sometimes it's easier to point out when they are NOT thinking about the
strategies. For example, we read one selection at the beginning of the year
and I have them answer
