Find Someone Who
Find Someone Who is a simple structure for quick student discussions. It works well to review previously learned content or to help students get to know one another and build classroom culture. This structure engages all students and provides private rehearsal before public performance.
ASOT Elements: E14, E15, E36
fTF Components: 2a
Procedure:
In a simple grid, put one important concept in each box.
Prompt students: When I say go, find someone who can respond to the item in one of the boxes. That classmate should share his idea and write his name in the appropriate box. You have five minutes to fill as many boxes as you can...Go! Circulate and monitor student conversations.
When time is up, randomly select one student and ask who signed her first item. Prompt the student named to respond, confirm positive responses and briefly reteach to clarify misconceptions. Then, ask who signed the next box. Repeat until all concepts have been publicly reviewed.
An Example Grid:
Learn More: Watch this explanation and demo by our esteemed colleague, Lenny Vermaas!
Tips:
Find Someone Who works well to get to know students and to help them get to know one another. Instead of filling boxes with previously learned content, fill them with personal interests or experiences such as "has a pet" or "plays a musical instrument" or "has a favorite book." (FfT 2a)
If a concept is particularly difficult, be the partner for a few students who can spread the concept.
For variation, ask students to attempt a "bingo" or "blackout".
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