21st+Century+Reading+Activity

This activity is a demonstration of how to use Diigo to teach close reading. For this activity, we'll use electronic tools to practice metacognition (thinking about our thinking) and reflective reading.

In order to complete this activity, you'll need a Diigo account. Click on the [|Diigo]icon in the Firefox toolbar. Follow the directions for setting up a new account and join the group NCTIES.

Got the account setup? Great! Now, use the group bookmarks link to navigate to the Brothers Grimm fairytale page.

Keep this page open to see the steps you should complete.

Select a fairytale to read.

Preview the tale and insert a floating sticky note at the top indicating why you chose this tale and why it is appropriate for you.

Now, read through the tale for approximately 10-15 minutes (don't worry if you don't finish).

Pause periodically to Stop, Think and Reflect. Highlight a section of the text and then attach a sticky note to that text with your reflections.

After you've had a chance to absorb this method, its time to move on.

Right click on the page. Make it a personal bookmark and share it with the group.

Now visit and peruse some of the other participants annotated fairytales.

Use the discussion tab on this page to reflect on this method of teaching metaconative reading. How can this tool help the readers in your classroom?