Creative Connector- Chpt. 6

"She then begins calling on the students in round-robin fashion to read the story aloud."- pg. 114

I learned about what this was called in undergraduate school... and it reminds me of how all of my teachers said, "Don't do this!!!" Then one of the teachers in the chapters is using this with her students. Ha! Maybe since it was drilled into my head this way, I am not a big fan of this, but what do you guys think? I think it allows for students to be looking off into outer space cause they already know when they are going to be called on to read, especially in a larger group setting. We all did that when we were kids, right?

"I'm pretty easy going about a lot of things, but I keep my reading time sacred." -pg. 115

My elementary school, and teachers were huge on Accelerated Reading (program) and this meant we HAD D.E.A.R. time EVERY DAY! Oh... and D.E.A.R. time was SILENT!!!!!!!!!!!!! I think I will most definetly take this same approach when I get my own class... the ability to read and become a fluent and successful reader will take you to great places:)

"Devereaux's reading lessons seem almost scripted." -pg. 113

This was my whole college career. No offense to anyone... but I already know what to expect. Surprise me and I might change my opinion on this area. I don't think it matters how long ago you were in college... It just feels as if college professors feel as if they don't have to try as hard to "entertain" us becuase we are now "adult" learners.... adults or not...everyone likes to have fun! I know everything has its place...but...please.