General Metacognitive Learning Log Prompt

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GENERAL METACOGNITIVE LEARNING LOG PROMPT

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Before introducing a topic to your students for a close reading and further discussion, please ask the following "Before mini-lesson" questions. Students can write their brief answers in their learning logs. Encourage them to explore in writing how this topic is of social significance.  
Topic: ____________________________________________
Before mini-lesson:
1.  What do you know about this topic already? List anything you remember about the subject.

2.  What questions do you have about this topic? Is there anything in particular that you wonder about?

3.  How is this topic important in your life?

After students answer the above questions, ask them to read the selection alone or in pairs. Tell them that they may make annotations as they read the selection. After they read the essay or article, have them answer the following "after mini-lesson" questions. The answers can provide fodder for thought and lead to a lively discussion of ideas and questions raised by students. 

After mini-lesson:
1.  What did you learn about this topic after the mini-lesson or activity?

2.  Did you find answers to your questions? If not, make sure you get them answered before we move 
     on. Don’t be afraid to ask your question in class; it is likely that someone else has the same
    question. Otherwise, see me after class.

3.  What new questions do you have about this topic after the activity? Where can you find
     answers to these questions?

4.  Has this topic become more or less important to you? Explain.

5.  Do you have any additional comments about this topic or activity?





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