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This guide explores techniques for fostering engaging and effective classroom discussions while encouraging teachers and students to take constructive risks in their learning environment. Key strategies include starting discussions with strong prompts, allowing adequate time for responses, and shifting focus away from the instructor. The guide emphasizes the importance of developing and implementing innovative ideas, addressing what constitutes "risk" in educational settings, and creating a safe space for open dialogue, ultimately enriching the classroom experience for everyone involved.
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Promoting Effective Discussion (and taking risks to do it…) Kevin M. Johnston, MSU TAPs http://tap.msu.edu/thoughts.pdf
Stimulating Effective Classroom Discussion • Start out strong • Allow time • It’s not about you • Develop and implement ideas 2006 TA Seminar - Effective Discussion/Taking Risks - Short Version
Taking Risks in the Classroom • What’s RISKY? For you? For the class? • A little PAIN is a good thing (?). (Or not?) • The First Day of class is a fine place To start (but…) • SPACE can happen (If you let it). 2006 TA Seminar - Effective Discussion/Taking Risks - Short Version
2006 TA Seminar - Effective Discussion/Taking Risks - Short Version