I have done it both ways. It depends on the kids I think. For kids with language delays I think visualizing sometimes provides a way in for visualizing but I have also done equally well leading in with questioning. Jennifer In a message dated 2/28/2008 7:47:25 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Another reading teacher and I were discussing visualizing and inferring the other day. I do them separately at first, then have the students use them together if they wish. I know they are basically the same, but here's my question: Does visualizing have to be taught first as a "pre-inferring" sort of strategy? My colleague says yes, I say no...I can teach inferring with just using the equation that pops up on this board from time to time _"background knowledge + text clues= inferring. Visualizing for me is more using figurative language at first to paint a picture in your head, then trying it with other texts. What do you all think? Is this a chicken and egg question? Visualizing then inferring, etc MIchelle- 2-5 ny **************Ideas to please picky eaters. Watch video on AOL Living. (http://living.aol.com/video/how-to-please-your-picky-eater/rachel-campos-duffy/ 2050827?NCID=aolcmp00300000002598) _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list [email protected] To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
