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= Read and Reflect =

How do you currently apply this strategy without the use of technology?

**Without** the use of technology, as defined today, I apply this strategy traditionally using paper and pencils, duplicated graphic organizers, and white boards/chalk boards. After guided instruction and class discussions, students engage in small group discussions, independent and collaborative assignments. These activities provide opportunities for students to apply the learning.

What new insight did you gain from the reading?

**The** reading provided insight into the holistic benefits of teaching with the strategy. Often in teaching, I am focusing on the ‘trees’ and the ‘forest’ is out of focus. The reading redirected my attention to the long-term effects on student learning and achievement. = Apply and Reflect = **Provide evidence of the tool you learned.**

**My** example of a Webspiration project comparing fiction and non-fiction elements can be found by clicking here.

How might you use this tool in your classroom?

**This** is a useful tool for comparing, discussing, and preplanning. In the reading, Webspiration might compare genre types, story elements, and characters. For example, students might compare the similarities and differences between fables and folktales. The story elements of two different stories from the same time period might be compared. Characters from the same story might be compared. In writing, Webspiration might be useful as the graphic organizer for the pre-writing stage. Using Webspiration in reading and writing may increase student interest, engagement, and achievement.