Reader Response Flashcards
A two-paragraph summary and response essay
Reader Response
A way to express the reader’s comprehension of the text
Reader Response
A way to express the reader’s critical reading of the text
Reader Response
She Coined the Transactional Reader Response Theory
Louise Rosenblatt
What does a reader response prompt?
Examine
Explain
Defend Personal Reaction
Explore reasons for liking the material
Agreeing with the author
What are the (4) qualities of a Good Reader Response?
Honest
Informed
Clear
Well Supported
Focuses on sincere and thoughtful reactions to the text
Honest
Responses should not be naive, shortsighted, or biased
Informed
A response that is based on clear understanding of the source text
Informed
Responses includes information about the topic, author or reading
Informed
Make Clear of your reactions, and how your reactions relate to the text
Clear
Where is the Thesis Statement found on the (4) Qualities?
Clear
Provides an opening and closing section
Clear
Uses precise language
Clear
It provides textual evidence from the text and from the quotations of some phrases or opinions from the author
Well-Supported
What are the (3) steps of Writing a Reader Response
PREWRITE
DRAFT
EDIT AND PROOFREAD
Exploring your responses to the reading as you annotate the text
PREWRITE
What do you do during PREWRITE
Jot down key words
Use punctuation marks
Asks questions about author’s ideas
Introducing and summarizing the reading selection
Draft
Stating and explaining your responses clearly and concisely
Draft
This is where you review your support or explanations
EDIT & PROOFREAD
What is the formula for the Thesis Statement?
Topic + Your Reaction
