Thursday, July 21, 2016

Literature Circles are great for engaging students in reading

Some of you may be surprized, but today is actually the first time I learned about Literature Circles! Previously I heard this concept but had no idea what it is and how amazing it is! I would like to thank Assem Izmukhanova, my groupmate, for her inspirational presentation this evening during our Genious Hour. You can read more about it her blog Ms. Assem's Classroom.

In the following video you will see how to introduce Literature Circles to kids, but I think it would be somehow similar for students at university.

Teaching Strategies for Introducing Literature Circles 

to a 4th Grade Class

I loved how easily the teacher presented the main idea of literature circles. It is easily seen that learners got envolve in the activities very quickly.




Literature Circles Defining Student Roles

The main roles are introduced here and short comments for each role are given.




Literature Circles: 

Fostering Critical Thinking and Oral Communication 

More detailed description and some practical tips for a class during literature circles


Now I feel more confident about Literature Circles. I can't wait to go and try it with my students in September. I am quite sure that they will enjoy their roles and pace.

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