Dr. Pytash (Chapter Four)

I thought that this chapter was interesting because it gave some pretty good reasons of why students should know the common literary terms. I found this to be some great information because I will now have an answer for students when they ask me why they need to know this stuff.

Jago says that students should be able to use these terms to discuss a text. By knowing these words, a reader is able to understand form, author intent, and the story itself.

Jago also says graphic organizers are great for students dealing with texts out of their minimal effort zones. It is so important teachers use books that could not already be read by their students. Teachers should be pushing forward for students to raise their personal effort zone bars.

I plan to buy the book Jago mentioned on page 71. I believe it will not only benefit my students, but also myself.