Reading Response #6, March 27, Matthew Hallahan

Chapter 9 Reflecting on Reading using KWL

K=Know
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I know my students dont take time to think about what they read. They want to jump straight to answering whatever the question is. They want the answer, and don't care what it means. It is very difficult for them to put themsleves "in the question" and see or understand what is happening according to the scenario.

W=Want to know
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How do I get my students to think about waht they've read? Should I use things they can relate to or topics that expand their horizons? How do I get students involved in a discussion?

L=Learned
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-I must focus more on students own ideas and thoughts
-Some students find smaller groups to be a more comfortable venue to express themselves
-Students can be kept on task by 1) clear and manageable tasks, 2) setting time limits and expectations 3) monitoring their work, 4) moderating class follow ups
-Reaction guides can spark conversation
-Its good to have students identify fact and opinion in the reading
-You can use discussion webs to organize thoughts and guide discussions.