https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u This is for us to share our thoughts about Facilitating Reading Circles. (Please put your name/initial on your post so we know who it's from!) en-us 2022-03-24 08:29:17 UTC 2026-02-02 22:00:58 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113322556 I like that she set the ground rules e.g. class voice vs group voice, respect, stay on task, be engaged

Lay Kim]]> 2022-03-25 07:08:36 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113322556 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113324254 She set her expectations clearlyso students know which chapters they need to have read, which voice they should be conversing in, how they should be constructive and she also created an interesting scenario where the students are scuba divers which captures students' interest in the session.

- Benazir]]> 2022-03-25 07:10:19 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113324254 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113326788 Navigator, guide, recap, reiterate, remind]]> 2022-03-25 07:12:54 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113326788 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327165 She set out the ground rules for the students, using strategies that they are familiar with.]]> 2022-03-25 07:13:14 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327165 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327217 I really like how she asked the class to remind her about ground rules as well. She put across the message that the ground rules apply to everyone, not just the students. That creates a safe and respectful sharing environment.

-Eunice]]> 2022-03-25 07:13:17 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327217 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327276 It is good that the teacher set clear expectations so the students can be on task. 

Nurul Hudah]]> 2022-03-25 07:13:21 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327276 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327349 Encouraging
Curious
Questioning

- Wendy]]> 2022-03-25 07:13:26 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327349 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327474 Guide, Mentor, Motivator

Lay Kim]]> 2022-03-25 07:13:34 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327474 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327640 She uses examples of different levels of voice to depict how she would like the students to communicate during the session. 

-Santhini

]]> 2022-03-25 07:13:43 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327640 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327682 It's good that she made her rules very clear. She clearly explained what she expects from the students and made it seem like an agreement. So, the students might be more cooperative and also feel greater autonomy as they go through the entire experience.

- Yasmin]]> 2022-03-25 07:13:45 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327682 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327699 She sets the rules and expectations so pupils are able to get on task smoothly. ]]> 2022-03-25 07:13:47 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327699 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327736 -Saira]]> 2022-03-25 07:13:49 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327736 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327745 I like how she has set ground rules which allow for well-structured sharing and engaging voice to increase the level of interest among the students.

Bernard]]> 2022-03-25 07:13:49 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327745 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327903 It could be made more interactive if the students were given an opportunity to contribute to setting expectations through padlet or discussion tools.]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:01 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327903 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327955 She goes down to their level and admits that she's not perfect at times too. In this case, she could create a closer rapport with the students.

Liza]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:04 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327955 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327958 I like how the facilitator set clear expectations before the start of the Reading Circle.

JY]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:04 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327958 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327963 Inspire
Excite
Model]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:05 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327963 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327964 I like how the teacher had set expectations at the start. She also added on to the responses given by the pupils to facilitate class discussions. ]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:05 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113327964 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328004 Setting expectations such as having class voice and group voice. Showing respect when sharing their views.
One voice
She related to her experiences and shared about them. ]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:07 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328004 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328035 I like how she uses her voice to set expectations and ground rules. Clear expectations set with links to real life situations. 

 She can be dramatic yet she keeps the class engaged.

]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:09 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328035 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328138 She created a safe environment for all to participate. Her expectations are also set in a very clear and animated way that allows students to see it not as a 'rule' but as a 'this is how it should be'

-April

]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:18 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328138 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328231 She set clear expectations for the class and modeled the desired behavior she wished to see.]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:24 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328231 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328237 Inviting pupils to share instead of her talking most of the time?]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:24 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328237 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328335 Seeking to understand points of view
Respect
Encouraging
Interest in students' voice

-Eunice]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:29 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328335 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328343 inquisitiveness and questioning]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:29 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328343 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328543 She was enthusiastic and set ground rules/norms so students are clear about expectations. I also like the non-threatening environment which is a great springboard for a great sharing.]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:41 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328543 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328680 Less of teacher talk and involve more activities for the students.
Liza]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:50 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328680 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328810 She sets her expectations very clearly. She  speaks in a friendly and assuring tone. Thus providing a safe environment for pupils to share their thoughts and feelings 
Pui Mei]]> 2022-03-25 07:14:56 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328810 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328885 Motivator and encourager]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:01 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328885 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328918 She can slow down while talking and allow pupils to share their views with their peers or ask them to set ground rues. The pupils will feel empowered.
Devi]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:03 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328918 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328931 More teacher - student, student-student engagement. ]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:04 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328931 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328997 I like that she mentioned that there must be rules before we can start the discussions. She set the expectations clearly so that they will be no confusion later on.

-Wendy]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:08 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113328997 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329017 Co-creation of what each rule looks / sounds like

-Eunice]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:09 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329017 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329066 She was very clear and explicit with her participation rules, which enabled the students to be effective socialised into the classroom practices

ali ]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:12 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329066 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329115 Norms could be set with students' inputs. Getting students to respond what they think in order to check on their understanding.]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:15 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329115 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329148 The facilitator set the ground rules and her expectations for students in her class. ]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:17 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329148 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329187 Students voice in setting expectation and ground rules.]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:20 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329187 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329206 2022-03-25 07:15:21 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329206 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329237 More pupils' engagement, get pupils to do some discussion/sharing]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:23 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329237 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329322 Question to promote deep thinking.
Be encouraging.
Be approachable and open.

- Yasmin]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:28 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329322 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329379 Model, mirror, lead, encourage, confidence, enthusiasm]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:32 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329379 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329463 -Saira]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:37 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329463 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329475 More student engagement ]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:38 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329475 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329531 Co-create classroom and activity expectations. (Students' voice)]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:42 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329531 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329589 She can ask pupils if there are any ground rules that they think are necessary. ]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:45 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329589 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329732 As a facilitator, it is important to create a safe space for students to share their views and to be able to disagree with one another respectfully.

-Melissa

]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:52 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329732 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329752 Stephanie]]> 2022-03-25 07:15:54 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329752 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329912 Students could have the opportunity to also share on what ground rules they would like to also bring in so that the interaction, expectations and experience is both ways.

-April]]> 2022-03-25 07:16:04 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113329912 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113330023 setting an inclusive classroom, a non-threatening environment for the pupils to share their views


Devi]]> 2022-03-25 07:16:12 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113330023 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113330027 She can get the students to suggest the rules/expectations at the beginning of the lesson.

- Wendy]]> 2022-03-25 07:16:12 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113330027 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113330265 While the facilitator affirms the student on his/her efforts on finishing the entire book and highlights the usefulness of re-reading, I am not too sure whether she should encourage students to stick to reading the assigned portion before each session so that the first responses can be captured.

JY]]> 2022-03-25 07:16:28 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113330265 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113330267 Questioning 
Reiterating  
Affirming ]]> 2022-03-25 07:16:28 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113330267 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113330345 Co-learner with the students

]]> 2022-03-25 07:16:32 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113330345 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113330392 Model, excite, encourage, probe]]> 2022-03-25 07:16:35 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113330392 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113330623 2022-03-25 07:16:49 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113330623 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113331903 No leader, everyone learns from one another]]> 2022-03-25 07:18:02 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113331903 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113332180 Model Think aloud(M)- Excite(E)-Probe(P)-Encourage(E)]]> 2022-03-25 07:18:19 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113332180 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113332764 The facilitator has to be man things when conducting the RC:
-Listen and be open to responses
-Build on responses
-Be encouraging and affirm student effort
-Deliver with enthusiasm 
-Ignite curiosity

April
 ]]> 2022-03-25 07:18:54 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113332764 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113334046 Encourage reflection, have them write about what they have thought about the discussion, it can be a stream-of-consciousness. (Adele)]]> 2022-03-25 07:20:10 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113334046 https://padlet.com/moegebr/j5orx0801yt143u/wish/2113337720 Roles and responsibilities
I would facilitate, not dominate. Provide roles...
Question writer
Summarizer
Vocab finder (Word wizard?)
Story mapper
Plot twister
Journalist - Pick a character and write a journal entry based on the perspective of that specific character
(Adele)

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