My Learning Blueprint was to create a literacy circle using computer technology. Learners are expected to actively participate in both the teaching and learning processes. The learners are encouraged to construct their own meaning of the learning experience with the instructor serving as a facilitator and or coach. A literacy circle will allow the students to discuss literacy elements revolving around plot, characters, settings, and theme. Small groups of students gather together to discuss a piece of literature in depth, guided by their responses to what they have read.
Students talk about events and characters in the book, or personal experiences related to the story.
Literature circles provide a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they read, discuss, and respond to books. I am using 2 groups of 5 students from 2 different classes. The Literacy Circle Roles Students were to chose the roles that would be using in the literacy circle. In Artful artist uses some form of artwork to represent a significant scene or idea from the reading. Literary luminary points out interesting or important passages within the reading.