Collaborate with othersAlthough literature and developing reading skills is crucial in literacy development, strengthening one's ability to write and share writing with others is also essential. This link allows you to view a Capzule project created to help teachers set up peer collaboration in their classrooms. As an important part of the writing process, I gained a better understanding of how to manage peer collaboration and how to share this process with other teachers.
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Stretch Thinking"Critical" is a common term now associated with literature. In this artifact, I had to the chance to consider what exactly "critical" literature is from my perspective. This assignment stretched my thinking as to which texts are examples of critical literature. I believe this artifact highlights my discernment of knowing which works of literature are most essential for students to read.
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Broaden the ImaginationOne of the most enjoyable assignments I completed was the chance to reflect on what literature can do and the purpose it holds for us. As someone who is passionate about literature, I loved thinking of the ways in which literature could broaden our imagination while considering our own human experiences and those of literary characters.
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Engage in Discussion
Using Book Clubs in my classroom has always been something I've wanted to do. I love that Book Clubs hold students accountable for reading a text as they meet with classmates to engage in discussion about what they've read. In this artifact, I kept a log of the entire Book Club experience, from set up all the way to final projects. I think this artifact is an example of my ability to take on new instructional strategies.
Inform Others
Literature allows us to make sense of research and use it to inform others. I composed an inquiry project on the impact of physical activity on student learning. This project required me to select a topic of interest and then conduct an investigation on my posed question. This artifact showcases the website I created to share my findings, as well as my ability to investigate and work to make in difference in educational issues I'm passionate about.
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Seek Enjoyment
My Reader's Creed required me to think about my role as a teacher of reading. Here, I explain some of the pathways that I believe will lead students to becoming successful readers who find pleasure and enjoyment in what they read.
Tell a Story in a New Way
Many popular children's books have been made in films and we often find differences between the two versions. In this artifact, I examine the differences between Roald Dahl's Matilda and the movie based upon it. Here, I explain that the differences the filmmakers include allow the film to become it's own version of the story as the film serves as its own art form.
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Improve Ability
As differentiated instruction replaces the "teach to the middle" method, understanding where exactly students struggle in the various areas of literacy is essential for teachers. To create this case study, I identified problem areas for one particular student and then provided classroom and at home solutions.
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Photo Credits:
http://www.midpac.edu/elementary/1_2R/2010/02/peer-editing-im.php
http://www.buzzfeed.com/jenmalise/21-ways-to-tell-if-youre-in-a-relationship-with-y-blt7
http://www.lesn.appstate.edu/fryeem/RE4030/guided_reading_literature_circlerev04.htm
http://giftsofhisglory.com/miriamsblog/tag/truth/
http://www.freelargeimages.com/graduation-clipart-4997/
http://www.becessery.com.au/katie-brians-wedding-kincumber-central-coast-wedding-photographer/
https://www.westerncape.gov.za/general-publication/school-holiday-activities
http://www.midpac.edu/elementary/1_2R/2010/02/peer-editing-im.php
http://www.buzzfeed.com/jenmalise/21-ways-to-tell-if-youre-in-a-relationship-with-y-blt7
http://www.lesn.appstate.edu/fryeem/RE4030/guided_reading_literature_circlerev04.htm
http://giftsofhisglory.com/miriamsblog/tag/truth/
http://www.freelargeimages.com/graduation-clipart-4997/
http://www.becessery.com.au/katie-brians-wedding-kincumber-central-coast-wedding-photographer/
https://www.westerncape.gov.za/general-publication/school-holiday-activities