ID | 004532 |
Call Number | 371.1022/SPI |
Title Proper | Classroom Discussion |
Language | ENG |
Author | Spiegel, Dixie Lee |
Publication | India, Scholastic, 2005. |
Description | 160p Purple Spine |
Series | Theory and Practice |
Note | Includes strategies for engaging all students, building higher-level thinking skills, and strengthening reading and writing across the curriculum. |
Note | Classroom Discussion: What it is and why it is important- The characteristics of true discussion The benefits of true discussion Final thought
Enhancing learning in the content areas through discussion- Why use discussion across curriculum? How can discussion be used for preparation and follow-up? What time factors must be considered for discussion to work? Discussions in individual content areas Final thought
Preparing for discussion: Setting up for success- Preparing the classroom climate for discussion Making decisions about groups and grouping Selecting questions for discussion Ensuring students come to small-group discussions well informed Final thought
Facilitating discussion: Scaffolding instruction to help students take off- Tap students' understanding: Developing ownership of the discussion Invite participation: Ensuring all students have a voice Orchestrate the discussion: Gaining and maintaining momentum Seek clarification: Building understanding Final thought
Following discussion: Keeping the thinking alive- Mini-lessons Reflection journals Thinking charts Final thought
Assessing Discussion: Determining if your efforts are paying off Develop an overall plan for assessment Four important aspects of assessing discussion Record keeping Final thought
Appendices- Discussion web Listening in on discussion form Confidence rating form Vocabulary Expectations chart Planning chart for whole-class discussion Discussion planning sheet Continuing thinking after discussion Analyzing reflection journal entries Tracking my thinking Rubric: Postdiscussion journal entries Determining if you have a discussion curriculum in place Plan for a teacher workshop based on this book |
Standard Number | 0439567572 |
Price. Qualification | Rs. 225(pb) |
Classification Number | 371.1022 |
Key Words | Interaction analysis in education ; Discussion ; Language arts ; Interdisciplinary approach in education ; Oral communication ; Communication in education |