Hello colleagues, The only way to get better at reading is to read. There is no substitute for extensive reading! Accordingly, I have always been interested in finding ways to support learners to read more outside of class.
I came across this recent blog by high school teacher Jori Krulder that reminded me of the importance and power of offering choice in reading -- something that I haven't done as often as I want to. Furthermore, I like how Krulder checks in with learners about what they are reading through one-on-one reading conferences. I actually have had students conference with one another about the reading they do outside of class, and that has worked well.
What ideas do you have to encourage students to read for pleasure outside of class? What kind of structure would work well for checking in with learners about what they are reading? Since offering choice can be such an important motivator, what sources for reading can we share with learners that allow them to choose what they want to read?
Thanks for your thoughts and ideas on ways to support learners to read more!
Cheers, Susan Finn Miller
Moderator, Teaching & Learning CoP
Comments
Leecy
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Mark