Daniels Chapter 9 Book Clubs

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Daniels Chapter 9- Book Clubs

• What are some fundamental elements of a book
  club?

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Book Clubs

• Are structured discussion groups that combine
  collaborative learning and independent reading
• Small, peer-led discussion groups whose members
  have chosen to read the same piece of literature
• Can be labeled reading circles
• Students decide discussion questions
• CHOICE is fundamental

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The Teachers Role in Book Clubs

• Teacher does not lead the group
• Teacher acts as facilitator, fellow reader and
  observer
• Evaluation is by teacher observation of students
  and student self-evaluation
• Teachers should model effective methods for
  active reading for students