tech project 1 discussion strategy
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DiscussionStrategy
byShelby Ware
Exchange of ideasand
opinions
Discussion =
Among small group
Among large group
With or Without Teacher
Teachers should ask higher-order thinking questions
“How?”“Why?”
Questions that focus on what you wish to have students consider.
Advantages of Discussion Strategy
Interesting
Students don’t have to sit and listen to someone recall facts to them.
Advantages of Discussion Strategy
Challenging
Students can think and apply what they already know.
Advantages of Discussion StrategyInclusive
Students all have the chance to speak.
Advantages of Discussion Strategy
Opportunity for New Ideas
Students can add new ideas to the information they already know.
Limitations of Discussion Strategy
Potential
for
Limited
Participation
Limitations of Discussion Strategy
Sometimes
Unchallenging
Limitations of Discussion Strategy
Difficulty Level
Some questions are too hard based on students’ level of knowledge.
Limitations of Discussion Strategy
Age Appropriateness
May not be effective with younger students unless directed by teacher.
Discussions help teachers easily
•Assess Knowledge
•Assess Skills
•Assess AttitudesAt the beginning of a new topic orat the start of the school year.
Discussion =Winning Strategy
Interesting
Challenging
InclusiveNew Ideas
Cooperative
Learning