Facilitating Class Discussions
Tuesday, February 10, 1:00-2:00
Presenter: Tina Huey
Do you find yourself staring down a room of silent students when you pose a question? Or do you want ideas for how to manage the flow of a very active discussion? Are you wondering how to assess class participation in discussions? Come to this teaching talk! Topics of interest to participants may include: The benefits of multi-modality & multimedia for discussions; Socratic methods, synthesizing, and connecting the dots; Designing your course to activate student voice; Using movement, voice, signposting, and wait time; Supporting equitable participation; Navigating difficult moments.
For more information, contact: Stacey Valliere at stacey.valliere@uconn.edu