Preparing Middle School Students to Respond to Literature.

White, Brian

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ERIC Number: EJ449947

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1992

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Preparing Middle School Students to Respond to Literature.

White, Brian

Middle School Journal, v24 n1 p21-23 Sep 1992

Results of a recent study indicate that, when students write about relevant, personal experiences prior to reading a literary text, their understanding and engagement in the text are significantly improved. Recommends autobiographical writing before a reading assignment. (22 references) (MLF)

Descriptors: Intermediate Grades, Junior High Schools, Literature, Middle Schools, Personal Narratives, Reading Instruction

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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