Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Roles in Literature Circles

Facilitators/Plot Summarizers
1. List and number important occurrences in the chapter in the order that we see them as the reader.
2. Log keeper for the group—after the group works on the chapter this person will submit what was accomplished, by whom, concerns in the group, questions that the members have.
3. This person will also be in charge of facilitating the group meeting for the chapter. Be sure everyone has a chance to share with the group.


Mind Mappers
1. This person will create a visual/symbolic representation that takes the viewer through the chapter. Drawings, illustrations, and colors are expected and encouraged. Words should be kept to a minimum.
2. Mind maps must be accompanied by a brief (1/2 page) interpretation of their illustration. Please note that this should be on a separate piece of paper from the mind map.


Character Trackers
1. This person is to have a list of all characters who make an appearance in the chapter to give to the group.
2. Characters are to be listed as “major,” “minor,” or “part of the background.” (Major and minor characters have names.)
3. Each character that has a major impact/role within the chapter should be tracked. What do the characters do? What changes do the characters undergo? What archetypal character masks do the major characters wear? What new information do we gain about each of the characters in the chapter?


Text Connecters
1. This person will be looking for examples of power as outlined by French and Raven (not all chapters will include all 5 types of power). This person will also be expected to clearly explain how the cited example illustrates the power type.
2. Vocabulary Master for the group—this person is expected to have any words that are unknown typed and defined for the chapter. Copies are to be made for the group members. Vocabulary quizzes will be given periodically.