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1. Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ Junior great books ~

2. We will identify the benefits of using Junior Great Books with our students We will recognize how Junior Great Books are aligned with Common Core and promote Close Reading We will participate in a Shared Inquiry text based discussion and understand how to facilitate one with our students Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ objectives ~

3. I would like to learn more about using Junior Great Books because… Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ Warm-up: Speed circle ~

4. JGB is a collection of rich, complex, highly engaging text that intrigue students JGB is a READY TO GO resource JGB is a program for all levels of readers ~ WOW, we have Junior great books! ~

5. Provides students with meaningful interactions with rich, complex Literary text CCSS RL.10~ read and comprehend complex literary text • Requires students to read closely and refer explicitly to the text when sharing ideas and making inferences CCSS RL.1~ Read closely and refer to text explicitly to make logical inferences CCSS W.1b ~ Provide reasons in writing that are supported by facts and details • Effectively engages students in a collaborative discussion that promotes civil discourse with the purpose of building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively CCSS SL.1 ~ participate in a variety of rich, structured conversations Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ Common Core Connections ~

6. What do we already know about Close Reading? Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ Close Reading connections ~

7. Close Reading is the careful, sustained analysis of text with sufficient complexity JGB 2nd reading directly examines challenging text passages by encouraging students to REread with a purpose… Teacher’s Manual  The combination of JGB and Close Reading empowers students to understand the central ideas and key supporting details to arrive at a new understanding of the text as a whole Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ Close Reading connections ~

8. A JGB trade-marked text based discussion format that provides students with an opportunity to closely examine the text, ask questions, share their reactions, and discover new insights with fellow readers • Text selections are read aloud prior to Shared Inquiry discussion, so that students of all levels can engage in higher-order thinking, close reading, and collaborative problem solving • Through the use of text based, Interpretive questions students are able to analyze challenging passages that require them to provide text based evidence to support their thoughts Discussion Day Video http://www.greatbooks.org/programs-for-all-ages/junior/ Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ what is shared inquiry discussion? ~

9. Socratic Seminar is a discussion format that engages students to come to a deeper understanding of the text. One format of a Socratic Seminar uses an Inner and Outer circle method which is especially effective for larger groups. The Inner Circle participants discuss the text at hand The Outer Circle participants observe discussion and can note interesting ideas, provide feedback, ask questions, join the HOT SEAT, etc. Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ Shared inquiry… socratic seminar style ~

10. Please read the story Thank You M’am by Langston Hughes. Use the JGB Close Reading bookmark while reading to prepare for our discussion. Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ Thank you M’amShared Inquiry ~

11. Share one idea from your JGB Close Reading bookmark… Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ Warm-up ~

12. What types of Speaking & Listening student behaviors would you like to foster in JGB Shared Inquiry discussions? Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ discussion etiquette ~

13. Shared Inquiry Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ discussion etiquette ~ Actively ListenProvide feedback Active Listeners Use Wait Time Consider All Ideas Good Eye Contact Using each other’s names Agree/Disagree respectfully Remain Quiet Organize Sharing text evidence Speak one at a time ideas to share Asking questions Good volume Staying on topic Not raising hands Having fun  Ask follow-up questions Monitor strategies Join the HOT SEAT!

14. Referencethe 2 Interpretive questions from the JGB Teacher’s Manual and note supporting text passages. Interpretive questions have more than one right answer and can be supported with evidence from the text. Consideradditional follow-up questions that will extend the discussion of the Interpretive questions. I use student JGB Close Reading Bookmarks for ideas. Use a Seating Chart to capture discussion ideas and promote equity among participants. Encourage students to speak directly to each other, return to the text frequently, and consider all ideas presented. Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ Shared inquiry leader role ~

15. First Question: Why does Mrs. Jones give Roger money for the blue suede shoes? Second Question: Why doesn’t Roger run away when Mrs. Jones turns him loose to wash his face? Accountable Talk Discussion Strategies Actively Listen Provide feedback Remain Quiet Organize ideas to share Ask follow-up questions Monitor discussion strategies Join the HOT SEAT  Krumpe Thank you m’am discussion questions Active Listeners Use Wait Time Consideration of All Ideas Good Eye Contact Using each other’s names Agree/Disagree respectfully Sharing text evidence Rereading text passages Asking questions Staying on topic Not raising hands Using good volume Having Fun 

16. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mz9_3BnQ5Bo&feature=relmfu How did it feel to participate in a Shared Inquiry Discussion? How might this work in your classroom? (TNT) Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ Reflection ~

17. Be strategic in selecting a focus strategy for the Inner and Outer circle participants. Always be prepared with follow-up questions to help promote a rigorous, text based discussion Encourage Outer circle participants to share feedback, capture interesting ideas, ask follow-up questions, etc. to be more engaged listeners Follow-up writing opportunities provide students with an opportunity to capture new understandings of the text Begin to explore other text based discussion formats such as Text Rendering Protocol, World Café, collaborative online formats using My Big Campus… the possibilities are endless  Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ Ways to keep it fresh ~

18. Say It In a Word… Junior Great Books Krumpe/Shared Inquiry ~ Closure: Speed Circle ~