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Study Groups at the Library: Reading Activities 2

Reading Circles can be conducted by having the tutor focus on one book that the participants read together. In this case, the tutor starts by reading aloud while the others read along. The tutor models the physical act of following along by running a finger on the page to follow the text as one listens….

Study Groups at the Library: Reading Activities 1

Fostering the creation of study groups at the Library would promote more independent active learning , and be more effective with multi-level groups. It would require a study tutor and a group of 4-6 participants. The study group method is applicable for adult learners, and can be relevant to groups such as ESL students, literacy…

Blogging to Learn: Academic French

I have been wanting to use the web 2.0 tools to undertake independent learning and would like to demonstrate how to make use of my blog as a self-regulated learning tool. With the help of OneNote, Word 2010, Google Scholar, and Google Translate, I am able to combine the tools to engage in active learning. This post documents my collection and learning processes.

For the CCP program I am beginning a resource list of blogs to supplement the readings for learners. To start off, here is a reading blog for Monkey Beach: English 1890 – Canadian literature (Monkey Beach blog prompt)