This reflection is based on the
class session we had on the 16th of November 2016. Today, it was all about Narrative Writing. A narrative piece called “It’s
Mine!” a fable by Leo Lionni was read in the class by two of our colleagues. Ms
Polius our lecturer introduced us to a story wheel, a graphic organizer used to organize elements of a story. We had to listen
attentively and place the information of the narrative piece in the appropriate
part of the story wheel.
During the class discussion, a misconception was highlighted about the setting section of the story wheel, which was eventually addressed. The setting of a story does not only mean the place that the story is set in and it does not remain stationary. The setting of a narrative piece encompasses the time of day, the weather conditions and the surroundings the events in the story took place.
During the class discussion, a misconception was highlighted about the setting section of the story wheel, which was eventually addressed. The setting of a story does not only mean the place that the story is set in and it does not remain stationary. The setting of a narrative piece encompasses the time of day, the weather conditions and the surroundings the events in the story took place.
There was also a discussion about character
development. To bring your character to life, one must first identify the
characters, develop the characters by describing how they look, their actions as well as speech. We were also introduced to two acronyms that is sure to help students
with character development and they are FAST
and STEAL.
An opportunity was given to us to write a narrative piece and we were to write it in accordance with the acronyms
developed to help students with their narrative piece. We were placed into groups of 4 and the lecturer gave us a
sentence starter. Each group had to complete their narrative piece. Though
the time was short, it was amazing to listen to the different characters,
settings and endings that came from the various groups.
The only change that we would make to this class, is that the lecturer should have allowed us to role play the pieces that we formulated during class. Nonetheless, she did a good job as always and we do plan on employing these methods into the classroom in order for the students to have a clear idea as to what their story will be about, and in no time, these little authors will be exceptional writers!!!
In this class, I learnt two interesting things about narratives:
ReplyDeleteI. Characters can be developed using the acronyms FAST and STEAL.
2. The setting is not only where and when the story took place but also the weather condition in which the story took place.
In my younger days, my school days to be exact, I was never taught such. Having those classes with Ms Polius is a blessing. This is because it teaches me so much. In future, I am certain that my students will not be restricted like I was in essay writing or Language Arts.
Pixie Thel (Thelsa J. Philgence)
I thought the setting was only the place where the story took place, so learning that the setting encompass much more was indeed a learning experience for me. I will sure to teacher my students that the setting encompasses the time of day, the weather conditions etc. I must say a very well written reflection.
ReplyDeleteIn this lesson I learnt so much, some misconceptions were corrected. I also thought the setting was the place the story took place, that was great to learnt all the components of this genre of writing.
ReplyDeleteThis class was really interesting and informative. I really appreciate the all the ideas Ms. Polius has shared with us throughout this course, i can really see myself using them in my class to help students better understand the different genres of writing and use the knowledge to become exceptional writers. Once again she did it.. I really enjoyed the group activity she gave. Each group looked at it from a different perspective and we were able to see that from the pieces. I can definitely see the kids enjoying this activity.
ReplyDeleteI have to agree with the fellow bloggers who posted previously, because some of you really explained some of what i was thinking in more detail. I must agree with one of the bloggers in that mmisconceptions were corrected during that lesson and it was done throught personal reflection after i recieved the information handed to us by the lecturer.
ReplyDeleteThe class was very interesting. I was honestly very ignorant on the acronym FAST STEAL. It was all new to me. so i embraced this imformation and made good use of it. You guys posting this has only given me some positive reinforcement on this
TO continue, with regards to the lesson. I found it very interesting and informative. I enjoyed the part where the lecturer placed the class into groups of 4 and gave a beginning sentence of the story and each group had to continue, formulating the story. This was fun , as we saw FAST STEAL in action in some of the pieces. They were all different and all had a different twist to them. I was excited to hear every group read their story
ReplyDeleteAs a student, learning concepts or strategies in easy- to remember abbreviation makes it easier to recall. F.A.S.T AND S.T. E.A.L. are lovely strategies for students to learn in the classroom when formulating their narrative piece. My mental portfolio of this course will be truly appreciated when I become a qualified teacher (jervaughn M. Charles)
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