Well to be honest i am actually getting into all these theories. It is very interesting to see how they have changed throughout the years and how people perceive things. I feel it is important for those who have a strong feeling on something that they should be able to express themselves this way. Do i agree with all of them, absolutely not. Actually there are many theories out there that are very controversial, but that's what makes these readings so interesting.
One theory that actually made me laugh, just because it is so ridiculous would be the Maturation Theory. It claims that its harmful to introduce language to children before they are six and a half...um yeah ok! Try stepping into my classroom where i have fifteen five year olds who can speak Spanish and English fluently. The only thing that this theory proves is how times have changed and how people have opened their eyes to language and literacy throughout the years.
Speaking of my students i actually thought a lot about them as i read chapter 6. Chapter 6 speaks of socio cultural theories, the effects of rural and urban communities. Growing up i was the kid in the rural family that helped mom in the house and yes my brother played video games, but on the flip side my mother was always a teacher in an urban area and always exposed my brother and i to that lifestyle so we were aware of what else is out there. Do i agree with my mom for doing this...absolutely! This is the second urban district i have worked in and i love every minute of it. I am fascinated by the these theories and find them very interesting...who knows after all these years working in these communities maybe i will create my own theory!
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