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Chapter 5: Analyze and Interpret (Analyze Multiple Times (This allows for…
Chapter 5: Analyze and Interpret
Moving Towards Interpretation
Using nursery rhymes is a good introductory
lesson to come up with plausible interpretations
Allow collaboration between peers and class wide, to show that there are many different types of interpretations
Compare and contrast different interpretations
and the true meanings of texts
Use images to fuel interpretation
Utilize graphs, charts and visual prompts
Interpreting song lyrics can be a great activity as it is relevant, engaging and entertaining to students
Asking the Right Questions
Questioning can reveal multiple
interpretations and perspectives
Moves students towards deeper critical analysis
Asking questions allows for students to gain background knowledge and a better understanding of the topic being analyzed
Do not settle for one answer, dig deeper
Questioning paintings and images can be a good trial to analyzing texts, as there is not one apparent answer
Move beyond shallow or surface interpretations
Analyze Multiple Times
This allows for different interpretations
Take together multiple readings to analyze
Multiple understandings can lead to a
multi-layer analyzation and reflection
Take into account cultural interpretations and symbols
Take into account literal
meanings and metaphorical meanings
First, second and third draft interpretations
Use the "on second thought" prompt to have students think differently than they did initially about a topic
Analyzing and Interpreting in Writing
Use strategic and engaging prompts like asking "who is to blame?" and allowing students to make an interpretive guess
Have the students analyze connections
between two events or circumstances to interpret
and analyze possible causes and effects
Draft writing using multiple interpretations, compare and contrast, then decide on which one you wish to dive into
Start the initial process using prompts,
brainstorming, charts and tables
Have students reflect towards the future by proposing possibilities and asking "what will happen when..." as a writing prompt
"iMAgiNiff" activity uses quiz-like prompts for students to choose an answer then justify their choice