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Part Two

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In our discussions thus far, several of you have raised the issue of what counts as "good literature."  Address how teachers, librarians, and other adults who work with adolescents consider and evaluate texts for adolescents to read in various contexts, including classrooms and libraries. According to your reading for this week, many factors must be considered when determining whether or not a book is an appropriate choice for an adolescent or a group of adolescents. Discuss three points regarding Young adult Literature, considered as new learning news to you, raised questions regarding YAL, or surprises regarding YAL you.