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ERIC Number: EJ377334
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1988
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Sensible Sequencing: Developing Knowledge about Literature Text by Text.
Smith, Michael W.; Hillocks, George, Jr.
English Journal, v77 n6 p44-49 Oct 1988
Responds to E. D. Hirsch's lists of essential background knowledge, asserting that readers must also understand key concepts, be familiar with genre, and employ interpretive strategies to understand literary texts. Asserts that careful grouping and sequencing of texts can provide this knowledge for students. (SR)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Concept Teaching, Critical Reading, Literary Genres, Secondary Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Literary Knowledge; Literature Instruction