Successful classroom discussions involve more than just asking questions
and letting students answer. This workshop will concentrate on techniques
for promoting constructive discussion and keeping discussions on track.

Classroom DOs

• Listen to other students’ opinions and take notes.
• Build on other students’ comments
• If you agree with what is being said, say so and explain why.
• If you disagree, say why and never attack the other personally.
• Ask other students’ questions of clarification.
• Connect other students’ comments to each other.
• Talk to the instructor if you are very uncomfortable with participating.

Notes on Leading and Participating in Classroom Discussions

Some Good Conversational “Moves”