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The Westing Game: An "Elements of Critical Thinking" Literature Circle Book Club
Mrs. Russell, M.S. Ed.
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(365)
Students will read the Newbery Medal winning book "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin and participate in a Literature Circle based book club discussion, rotating responsibilities and presenting their findings to the group.
Class experience
US Grade 5 - 8
*Please note: Due to the student-led discussion format of this class, the smallest size that will work well is 4 students. I will cancel the class if fewer than 4 students enroll. Invite your friends! That said, the class will not work well with more than 8 students. I will keep a firm cap on the limit as well, in order for everyone to have the best possible educational experience. Q: What Are Literature Circles? A: In literature circles, small groups of students gather together...
This specific course is geared toward higher level thinking. Each literature circle role is directly connected to the 11 elements of critical thinking: big ideas, rules, trends, patterns, language of the discipline, ethics, relationships over time, details, unanswered questions, across disciplines and multiple perspectives.
Homework Offered
You will be asked to read approximately 25 pages per week and complete your "job" in order to be ready to present to the group each week.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
Documents provided by instructor, printed weekly by students in preparation for class Copy of book https://www.amazon.com/Westing-Game-Puffin-Modern-Classics/dp/014240120X
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
- Google Classroom
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(365)
Hello and Welcome! *Please reach out to me if there is a class you would like to request, or a specific day of the week/time of day that you need. I will always try to accommodate you!* About me: My name is Carie Beth Russell. I am the mother...
Group Class
$126
for 7 classes1x per week, 7 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
4-8 learners per class
