Wilhelm, Chapter 3

The three criteria for any classroom research method are great guidelines to follow when getting to know your students reading methods. One of the certain methods that I hope to put into action is the teacher journal. I believe that writing down observations, assessments, converstations or just memories of students is a great method. Once again, I also highly agree with the think alouds. This method is a great way to model good ways of reading. Another good method that he points out is the symbolic story representation. This is a well planned interactive way to get students involved in the literature. This method brings in arts and crafts and can make reading fun.
The ten dimensions that Wilhelm explains in chapter three, are very well researched. They are broken down into Evocative dimensions, connective dimensions, and reflective dimensions. I believe that the most interesting dimension is the connective dimension. For me, this is the most exciting. It shows how the students really not only understand, but that they can demonstrate what they have learned. These dimensions break down each part of the reading process. This helps teachers understand where students are coming from and the steps they go through.