Off The Wall, But Playable: Advice on Coaching Young Readers

Reading instruction is discussed with focus on teacher responses to unusual comments made by students regarding literary texts. A two-leveled approach to fielding these types of student responses is delineated: (1) prepare students to perceive reading comprehension as "making meaning," &am...

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Published in:Journal of reading 1995-05, Vol.38 (8), p.604-610
Main Author: Faust, Mark A.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Class discussion
Coaching
English teachers
First impressions
High school students
Literature
Poetry
Reading
Writing
Writing instruction
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Summary:Reading instruction is discussed with focus on teacher responses to unusual comments made by students regarding literary texts. A two-leveled approach to fielding these types of student responses is delineated: (1) prepare students to perceive reading comprehension as "making meaning," & (2) support students in taking responsibility for their actions as meaning makers. It is concluded that the fundamentals of reading must be addressed in a safe & supportive manner that will foster literary insights as students gain reading experience. 14 References. H. L. Stidger
ISSN:0022-4103