Twitter Chat #uga_yalit
I have only participated in one other Twitter Chat and I have to say that having discussion via tweet is an extremely fun experience. I appreciated the discussion because the questions either 1.) really made me think before I could respond or 2.) got me fired up because I have already (most likely just since this course has started) developed a strong perspective or response for that question. I very much do not like to label things that do not necessarily require a label. Living in the gray has really become a part of my identity. So, if something doesn't need to be put in a box, I'd rather we just leave it on the floor or organize it some other way. However, I do understand the significant way this course has pushed me to think about the distinction between YA Literature as more an umbrella term and Middle Grades Literature as a sub-category. Doing so really shines a spotlight on all things Middle Grades- Middle Grades literature, Middle Grade level characters in stories, ...