After looking at my Questioning the Text Papers first, I realized that I have to come understand how to better formulate a paper. My first grade was not as good as I expected it to be but over time I learned how to better analyze a text and look for specific ideas.
I remember when I first looked at the syllabus this semester I was overwhelmed with all of the books we had to read. I wasn't sure I would enjoy any of the books because they were topics I had never read before. With the exception of certain parts in the books we read, I really enjoyed all of the topics discussed. I came into this class not really knowing what diverse literature for students was and how to find the books.
I now know how to find books that cover topics not usually talked about in class. I also know the idea of a stereotype much better after we looked at all the ways people or cultures could be stereotyped. I have also learned how to better carefully read a book or picture book to see how in depth the author talks about the characters. I have also learned that it is important to listen to other's opinions about a book because yours is not always right.
I can't say that I am totally confident in teaching this subject area because there is much for me to learn but I will be better prepared for classes like similar to this one.
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Text Set Reflection
It was hard for me to find a topic that I knew I would be able to find a lot of books about. I decided to focus on something that I have not yet had a lot of experience with which was physical disabilities.
When I began searching for books I felt very discouraged. It was very difficult for to find books in the area that focused on my issue. On top of that, how would I know if the books I chose were quality books? The books I did find did not catch my interest. To save myself from stress, I picked five books and knew that I would choose at 3 of those books.
Once I found books and brought them home with me I noticed a trend. Most of the 5 books focused on giving information about a physical disability that children would be able to understand. It is easy to say I went that route.
The three books I chose are books that informed me and I knew if they could do that for me, they would be able to inform students. While all of my books are informative they include pictures at the same time. These books would be great resources in any classroom or any home. This is an issue that many people need to learn about so why not start at a young age. Although there might be far superior books out there for children these 3 are still just as important.
When I began searching for books I felt very discouraged. It was very difficult for to find books in the area that focused on my issue. On top of that, how would I know if the books I chose were quality books? The books I did find did not catch my interest. To save myself from stress, I picked five books and knew that I would choose at 3 of those books.
Once I found books and brought them home with me I noticed a trend. Most of the 5 books focused on giving information about a physical disability that children would be able to understand. It is easy to say I went that route.
The three books I chose are books that informed me and I knew if they could do that for me, they would be able to inform students. While all of my books are informative they include pictures at the same time. These books would be great resources in any classroom or any home. This is an issue that many people need to learn about so why not start at a young age. Although there might be far superior books out there for children these 3 are still just as important.
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