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Planning for Engaging Text Discussions
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April 1, 2014
By WestEd
Trainers, coaches, and expert teachers are encouraged to use this planner to provide in-service training on facilitating text discussion. During this session, teachers will view or listen to four teachers describing how they facilitate text discussion; they will discuss their observations, and then complete a planning tool to prepare...
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Talking About Text: Discussion-Based Approaches to Reading Instruction
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April 1, 2014
By WestEd
View this multimedia overview to learn how providing adolescents with opportunities to discuss text can improve comprehension and engagement, both key features of reading achievement. Related Files: Transcript
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Learning Together About Engaging Text Discussion
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April 1, 2014
By WestEd
Trainers, coaches, and expert teachers are encouraged to use these exercises to provide in-service training about extended text discussion. During this session, teachers will work in the larger group and in small groups to deepen their understanding of instructional strategies and practices. Related Media and Files: Talking About Text:...
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Observation Tool: Using Text Discussion to Further Reading Comprehension
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April 1, 2014
By WestEd
A teacher or teacher trainer can use this tool to observe a colleague or video of a classroom discussion and reflect on key elements for preparing students for text discussion. Related Media and Files: Literature Circles Lesson Plan and Materials (Sample Material) Literature Circles in High School (Video)