It looks like I am kicking off the posts for March...Here goes.
First, I'll start by sharing my research question:
What happens when I begin to participate in independent reading and writing with my students?
Basically, during DEAR time (silent reading time) and at the beginning of Writers Workshop, I am joining my students and free writing, or reading a books just as they are. Thus far it has been very interesting, because it is obvious that no teacher has ever done this with them before. They really have interest in what I am writing, and look forward to me sharing during "share chair". They also frequently ask me questions about the books I am reading during DEAR. I like when they do that, because it allows me to demonstrate an authentic summary, which I think is a difficult skill for a third grader.
My research in the classroom is going well. I am having much more difficulty finding articles that tightly relate to what I am researching. Is anybody else having trouble with this? I have found a whole lot of books that talk about things that kind of relate, but certainly nothing that hits the nail on the head. Oh well, I guess I'll keep on searching.
If anybody comes across anything that you think may be valuable to me, passing it my way would be greatly appreciated!
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4 comments:
Jesse,
I think your question is great! My class is always so interested if I'm participating or sharing something too!
Have you noticed if your students are more engaged during DEAR time? I'm always trying to find ways for a few of my kids to keep reading the whole time.
I haven't seen anything that I can think of as far as articles go but I'll keep my eyes open as I'm looking around!
Heather
Hi Heather,
I have really noticed a difference in my students participation during DEAR, since I have been joining them. The other day when I was reading, a student started talking to another classmate. That classmate replied something along the lines of, "Shh, we don't want to disturb Mr. Sapir, he is reading."
I would give it a try. It allows me to share my excitement about reading with the class, as well as teach summaries authentically. Truth is, I also really enjoy having some time to relax and read a book.
Jesse,
I really like the idea of reading and writing along with your kids. Are you doing this everyday or do you just do it a couple times a week? I can imagine the kids would get excited about you joining them. I am very interested to see how it effects their love for reading and writing.
Kristen
I just wanted to follow-up on your post, Jesse, by pointing out that you did a great job of relating articles on motivation, engagement, and building relationships with students to your research question. It was a great example of how research of related topics can be discussed in ways that speak to and support what you're trying to do, even if you don't find articles that are specific to your research question. It was nicely done!
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