The Art of Engaged Academic Conversation

Classroom Discussion part I: Thursday January 8, 2015 11:00 – 12:00

Presenter: John Elder

In this session we will explore three methods to deepen and unify discussion in the classroom: using informal writing assignments to help students prepare, John Elderencouraging students to take responsibility for both initiating and shaping discussion, and facilitating a conversation that incorporates and extends individual comments.

Location: CTLR

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