classroom discussion (0.82)
classroom discussion (0.82)
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Definition:
A form of instruction in which students are invited to speak about the topic at hand. It involves much more than a teacher asking a class a question, then another, etc., but involves students discussing with each other, often prompted from an open and not closed set of questions.
tips for using classroom discussion
tips for using classroom discussion
Tip #1: Share expectations
Sharing a rubric with students will help to clarify your expectations.
Tip #2: Create questions
Create open-ended and thought-provoking questions.
Tip #3: Allocate enough time
Discussions take time to get started.
Tip #4: Ensure that it’s the students talking and not you
You already know the content being discussed!
Tip #5: Facilitate the discussion and adjust instruction, as needed
Monitor what is being said and ask students for clarification.
Tip #5: Deal with conflict
If conflict occurs, make sure you step in and clarify.
Tip #6: Summarize the discussion
Provide a summary or some conclusions of the discussion.
Tip #7: Reflect
Reflect on what worked well or what you might do differently.
prompts that keep a discussion moving
prompts that keep a discussion moving
Does anyone have a different idea?
Can you find evidence to support that?
Can you explain?
What made you say that?
Explain why there’s more than one way or to think about that idea.
Does anyone disagree? Explain why?
additional benefits
additional benefits
Practice teamwork, critical thinking, clarifying ideas, and communicating thoughts.
Become active listeners
Refine and improve their use of language
Move from literal interpretations to critical analysis
Value the interpretation of peers even if it differs
Observe and learn how others process information
Use text details and inferences to support their thinking
google Tools
google Tools
The Google Classroom question feature allows teachers to have their own version of an online discussion board. Simply ask a question and students can begin having a discussion online.
Ask a question in Google Slides and then have the students insert a slide to respond to the question. Students can insert comments on the slides of other students to respond. Get the discussion template here.
Create a list of discussion topics on the first sheet and then run a script to create a tab for each question. Students can then respond to the questions collaboratively. Get the discussion template here.
Pear Deck is an add-on for Google Slides that will allow teachers to ask students questions. Students will be prompted to answer your questions as you advance your slides.
additional digital tools
additional digital tools
Back Channel Chat – Backchannel Chat is a class discussion tool that was designed to look like an online chat room.
Flipgrid – Flipgrid is a video discussion platform that helps teachers see and hear from every student in class.
Nearpod – Students can answer a prompt by reporting their thoughts and feelings through open-ended text.
Padlet – Padlet is an online bulletin board in which students can post responses to discussion questions.
Waklet Empowered Discussions - Read this blog entry on how to have class discussion with Waklet
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