I find after reading the background of Chapter 1 and Chapter 2, I feel this book is dedicated to all the George's out there. I believe the author wants to help teachers realize kids are not born with knowledge, and while it may be frustrating as a teacher, we need to listen closely to what they are asking. The statement of "anyone can struggle given the right text," is 100% true. Even though I am a INLA major, there have been texts that I have had to read for a class that I struggle through, and some I could recall at any time.
Independent vs. Dependent Readers:
It was interesting to see the difference between a independent and dependent reader and how both readers interpret reading. It is sad to realize that there are so many dependent readers who struggle every day with reading. I find it more easier to understand what she is saying when she puts experiences of students, including Haley and trying to correctly add the suffix -ing.
"Making mistakes is part of the learning process." - Beers
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