14. ON LOCATION: REFRAMED LIT GROUPS (Reading, Collaboration, Discussion)
Description: On Location is a spin on the traditional literacy groups as students work together to read and discuss a piece of literature (that may have a corresponding movie), each assuming a film production role. Because of students’ interest in movies, a higher level of engagement may be achieved.
Application: This format is used when students are analyzing a novel or other piece of significant literature.
Process: Select a piece of literature that also has a corresponding movie. Review literacy group strategy with students if necessary. Divide students into groups of 4 to 6, depending on class size. Create a schedule for reading and meeting. Make copies of the film crew handout, role sheets, and follow-up questions. Guide the process to make sure students are following guidelines such as pace, depth of analysis, and equity amongst the students within the group. When students are finished, direct them to complete the follow-up questions. At the end of the activity, have a movie night where parents and students can enjoy the film with a next day comparison of movie and literary work. (For more detailed information, go to: http://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/lesson-plans/literature-circle-roles-reframed-877.html?tab=4#session3)
Description: On Location is a spin on the traditional literacy groups as students work together to read and discuss a piece of literature (that may have a corresponding movie), each assuming a film production role. Because of students’ interest in movies, a higher level of engagement may be achieved.
Application: This format is used when students are analyzing a novel or other piece of significant literature.
Process: Select a piece of literature that also has a corresponding movie. Review literacy group strategy with students if necessary. Divide students into groups of 4 to 6, depending on class size. Create a schedule for reading and meeting. Make copies of the film crew handout, role sheets, and follow-up questions. Guide the process to make sure students are following guidelines such as pace, depth of analysis, and equity amongst the students within the group. When students are finished, direct them to complete the follow-up questions. At the end of the activity, have a movie night where parents and students can enjoy the film with a next day comparison of movie and literary work. (For more detailed information, go to: http://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/lesson-plans/literature-circle-roles-reframed-877.html?tab=4#session3)
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14. On Location: Reframed Lit Groups
Fink, L. www.Read,Write,Think.org
14. On Location: Reframed Lit Groups
Fink, L. www.Read,Write,Think.org