Advanced Placement Literature and Composition Name
Introduction to Literacy Theory Assignment
30 point presentation/notes assignment
An Introduction to Theories of Reading
The purpose of
this assignment is to introduce you to a variety of the theories of reading
that have influenced people’s reading and understanding. You have most likely
been influenced by many of the ideas connected to these theories, but you
probably don’t know the names and the implications of some of these ideas.
You will need to
cover the following:
- The history of the theory.
Include what is relevant to understand the theoretical underpinnings of
the theory.
- What these theorists
believe, and how they understand the purpose of reading and writing.
- How the tenets of the
theory are applied to a text (We are using Sleeping Beauty as our common
text). New Historicists will need to choose a text in addition to Sleeping
Beauty. Be sure to be thorough here. This is where your classmates should
understand how to apply the theory.
- The implications of this
theory for us (our class). This
part should consider how the text would affect other readings. Including
readings of texts that are not in written form.
Step 1. You and your group need to discuss the
theory and compile notes pertaining to the questions listed above.
Step 2. You will reread Sleeping Beauty and practice
your theoretical approach on the text.
Step 3. You will
organize and create your presentation for the class. Be sure to write a “cheat sheet” to the theory
so that your classmates can refer to it when they study.
Your presentation
will be graded on the following:
·
The depth of understanding of the theory
·
The quality and completeness of the
interpretation of the text
·
The clarity and educational value of the
presentation
·
How well the group works together and shares the
presentation
You may use the
overhead, the Elmo, Googledocs, or a flash drive to present. Be sure to check
and double-check the technology to ensure it works before class begins. I can not postpone or cancel presentations as
a result of technological failures—so you might want to have a back up plan.
Students who are absent on the day they are to present must complete an alternative assignment within one week of the presentation date, or they will receive a zero for the assignment. See me for details.
Presentation topic: ___________________________________
Presentation group: ____________________________________
