EDENG 102 Literature Circles

Course Information

• Course name: EDENG 102
• Instructor: Lynou R. Zacal, Ph.D

Objectives

• Students will explain the benefits of differentiated literature circles through oral recitations.
• Students will analyze challenges beginning teachers face in using literature circles correctly using a matrix.

Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers

• BT1.1.1: Demonstrate content knowledge and its application within and across curriculum teaching areas.
• BT1.3.1: Show skills in the positive use of ICT to facilitate the teaching and learning process.
• BT4.4.1: Seek advice concerning strategies to enrich teaching practice.

Introduction

• Teaching paradigm has shifted from teacher-centric to learner-centered.
• Communication and collaboration should develop among learners while increasing literacy levels.
• Teachers should modify teaching methods creatively and proactively for their classes.

Literature Circles

• This lesson aims to help understanding the blocks, principles and modifications of literature in a classroom.
• The video discusses the benefits, functions, and implementation, including assigned roles, like discussion director, connector, passage predictor, artistic artist, etc. in literature circles.
• Literature circles involve small groups discussing a piece of literature in depth, guided by student responses.
• Literature circles promote critical thinking, reflection, and responding to books through collaborative discussions.
• The methodology stems from Rosenblatt's Transactional Theory (1978).
• Literature circles are enjoyed, especially in intermediate grades, due to socialization opportunities.

Literature Circles Benefits

• Develops learner responsibility by increasing participation
• Promotes collaboration among team members
• Provides scaffolding to break reading difficulties and enhance comprehension
• Rejuvenates excitement about literature reading, invoking eagerness.
• Helps learners learn appropriate responses and comprehension strategies.
• Relieves pressure to perform in group conversations by providing a safe and intimate environment.

Literature Circles Functions

• Discussion Director: Leads the group during reading stops, questions, and starts reading aloud.
• Creative Connector: Connects the text to other texts, themselves, and the world.
• Passage Predictor: Predicts what will happen next in the section.
• Artistic Artist: Illustrates and captions a piece.
• Super Summarizer: Summarizes main events, characters, and settings.
• Word Wizard: Identifies new words and definitions.

How to Implement Literature Circles

• Form groups of 4-8 members.
• Assign individual roles.
• Give each member a copy of the literary piece.
• Read aloud some parts of the piece, explaining each member's function during reading.
• Present thought-provoking questions to stimulate debate acting as a roadmap.

Video 2

• Observe the video on literature circle classroom and take notes for use in the tasks.

Task 1

• Identify three challenges in using literature circles using a matrix.
• Identify solutions to said challenges.

Task 2

• Write five essential tips for using literature circles.

Task 3

• Reflect on what was learned, the need for change, and how to apply the knowledge.

Assignment

• Explain the story's conflict.
• Name and explain at least two cultural traits or practices in the story.

This quiz explores differentiated literature circles and their benefits for beginning teachers. It focuses on the oral recitation of literature and the challenges faced in implementing these circles effectively. Prepare to analyze and discuss strategies for enhancing teaching practices within a learner-centered approach.