Literature Circles

I found this video clip about literature circles very interesting. Assuming they are run correctly, literature circles promote classroom environments that are cooperative, responsible, and enjoyable. Students are given the responsibility for working with each other to make decisions in accordance with their own abilities, needs, and interests. Students also learn how to take charge of their own learning, and I think that would deepen their understanding of the reading. However, literature circles might be hard to facilitate as a new teacher. I would have enjoyed literature circles as a developing reader!