What is a Discourse?

WHAT IS A DISCOURSE?

A DISCOURSE is a process of learning that requires students to be actively engaged.  A discourse may involve a variety of learning opportunities that include:

• Listening to a lecture

• Thinking critically

• Discussing (small group or whole class)

• Taking notes

• Analyzing a quote

• Interpreting data

• Watching a video clip

• Being curious and asking questions

WHAT SHOULD I DO DURING A DISCOURSE?

Students are strongly encouraged to take notes during a DISCOURSE in any manner that suits them. Notes will not be collected, however one page of notes may be used on a Daily Quiz.

Often, a DISCOURSE includes a presentation, discussion, video or other activity that requires students to actively listen, engage, and participate in the lesson. 

WHAT IF I’M ABSENT AND MISS A DISCOURSE?

Presentations cannot be repeated and slideshows will not be published online or handed out in any form.  Class discussions, obviously, are not possible to duplicate.  When a student is absent and misses a DISCOURSE they should copy notes from a classmate.