65 discussion, debate & reflection that builds understanding
65 discussion, debate & reflection that builds understanding
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Conversation Confusion
You have probably seen that sometimes a friend can say something that seems random. Often, people can be focused on a single thought or concept and have a hard time breaking out of that focus.
Sometimes friends can stick to their topic because they find it comforting.
To play, pair up and have one or two extra students playing the role of 'confuser'. Instruct the pairs of students to begin a conversation about their favorite movie.
The 'confuser' must run to a pair of students and tap one of their shoulders, taking their place in the pair. Then the 'confuser' begins talking about anything they choose, with the exception of the movie. The child who has been tapped runs to another pair and assumes the role of the 'confuser' by repeating the routine.
This continues until everyone in the class has had a turn at being the 'confuser'.
Now discuss how it felt to have someone break into a conversation with a totally different topic, and discuss strategies to overcome this.
67 listening as an active process that involves constant R-R-I
67 listening as an active process that involves constant R-R-I
Active Listening
Strega Nona
Toxic Waste Game
20 Questions:
In 20 Questions, the person who is “it” thinks of an object that the other players have to guess. The catch is, they can only ask 20 yes or no questions to figure out the clue! This game gets kids thinking about the information they have already heard and putting it together to ask the best questions that will provide them with the most information.
70 setting goals and milestones in order to be more efficient
70 setting goals and milestones in order to be more efficient
Building a web of knowledge.
Escape Room
Plan and make own escape room setting clear goals, roles, timeline etc. After making reflect on process.
73 taking ideas & concepts & being creative with them
73 taking ideas & concepts & being creative with them
Construct a zip line that will transport a thrill seeking mini figure across at least 3 metres.
What would make the experience more exciting for the thrill seeker (without compromising safety)
Make a shelter that will keep a person (or a toy) dry during a rain shower.
How can you judge if your device works well? Do you have to get it wet to find out?
76 mutually supportive learning relationships, which require empathy
76 mutually supportive learning relationships, which require empathy
How do you think these children are feeling?
77 initiative, thoughtfulness & humility
77 initiative, thoughtfulness & humility
78 practising collaboration capabilities until they become habits of mind
78 practising collaboration capabilities until they become habits of mind
After watching The Power of Teamwork Video, think about who you work well with and make a Learning Map
Challenge – over the next few weeks try to make stronger learning links with others
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