- By having students code switch during literacy events, they are more likely to remember more of what they have learned. Instead of being so focused on making sure they're using the correct terminology and words, the students can focus more on the concept, as well as, make connections between their primary language and English. It also takes the stress of learning the new language and new materials off of the students, when actually, they are learning the material as well as English.
- I would definitely say this applies to students with an Appalachian dialect. Students with an Appalachian dialect usually drop the "g" off "ing" words, or even have different words entirely for a meaning. Over time, this can be corrected, but if students are taking notes and learning new material other than English, I think they should be free to write in whatever dialect/language they choose.
- The difference between a student centered perspective and teacher centered perspective is just that; one focuses mainly on the students, and the other one has more to do with the teacher. In the student centered perspective, the students guide the reading and their interpretations of it, where as in the teacher centered perspective, the teacher guides the reading by asking them questions based on her interpretation of the reading.
I actually googled Appalachian Literature in the classroom and this came up from Fairmont State's Folklife Center. Click here to access the information.
It is a list of books and stories that relate to the Appalachian culture. When teaching in West Virginia I think it is really important to incorporate these types of books about our area. Students take a lot out of information they're given when it relates to so close to home.
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