Why are class discussions important Discussions That Matter

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Why are class discussions important?

Why are class discussions important?

Discussions That Matter Agenda • Build connection • Create meaningful discussions • Resources

Discussions That Matter Agenda • Build connection • Create meaningful discussions • Resources

Building Connection

Building Connection

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Source: Creative Commons

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Source: Creative Commons

Learning Domains Community of Inquiry (COI) Social Presence Teaching Presence Source: https: //create. piktochart.

Learning Domains Community of Inquiry (COI) Social Presence Teaching Presence Source: https: //create. piktochart. com/output/5383776 -how-to-humanize-your-online-cl Cognitive Presence

Social Identity Theory Student Involvement Theory (Personal Identity + Perception of Belonging) (Physical &

Social Identity Theory Student Involvement Theory (Personal Identity + Perception of Belonging) (Physical & Psychological Level of Commitment) Reference: Jorgenson, D. , Farrell, L. , Fudge, J. , Pritchard, A. (2018). College Connectedness: The Student Perspective. Journal of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. Vol. 18, No. 1. Published January 1, 2018, pp. 75 -95.

Social Identity Theory Student Involvement Theory (Personal Identity + Perception of Belonging) (Physical &

Social Identity Theory Student Involvement Theory (Personal Identity + Perception of Belonging) (Physical & Psychological Level of Commitment) • emotional well-being • less loneliness • decreased depressive symptoms • less substance abuse • better overall health • decreased risk of violent or deviant behavior

Class Discussions

Class Discussions

What big challenge do you bring today? What do you hope to get from

What big challenge do you bring today? What do you hope to get from and give this group?

One-on-One Brainstorming Discussion Types Fishbowl Peer Feedback Large Groups

One-on-One Brainstorming Discussion Types Fishbowl Peer Feedback Large Groups

One-on-One Think-Pai r-Share Debates s Small group nars i m e S c i

One-on-One Think-Pai r-Share Debates s Small group nars i m e S c i t Socra Brainstorming at/ Coffee-ch nge ou Student L Roundtab le review udies Case st Large Groups Introduct ions Discussion Types Gallery Walk Fishbowl Peer Feedback tions a l u Sim Gues t Spe aker

Liberating Structures are alternative ways to approach and design how people work together. Use

Liberating Structures are alternative ways to approach and design how people work together. Use these methods to generate more participation, unleash creativity (innovation), and problem-solve. Source: http: //www. liberatingstructures. com/

What are some effective class discussion strategies you use?

What are some effective class discussion strategies you use?

Writing Effective Discussion Questions

Writing Effective Discussion Questions

Effective Discussion Questions

Effective Discussion Questions

Source: https: //cft. vanderbilt. edu/guides-sub-pages/blooms-taxonomy/

Source: https: //cft. vanderbilt. edu/guides-sub-pages/blooms-taxonomy/

Source: Generating & Facilitating Engaging & Effective Online Discussions by University of Oregon Teaching

Source: Generating & Facilitating Engaging & Effective Online Discussions by University of Oregon Teaching Effectiveness Program. https: //tep. uoregon. edu/technology/blackboard/docs/discussionboard. pdf

Online Discussions

Online Discussions

Online Discussions • • • Provide specific guidelines. Make regular Announcements. Provide thorough directions.

Online Discussions • • • Provide specific guidelines. Make regular Announcements. Provide thorough directions. Explain value of participation. Create relevant interactions. Use personal experiences. Create a human presence. Be visible & predictable. Pay attention to tone. Sources: https: //tep. uoregon. edu/technology/blackboard/docs/discussionboard. pdf; https: //web. archive. org/web/20120506054618/http: //scienceonline. terc. edu: 80/facilitating_online_learning. html

 • • • Source: https: //www. education. com/reference/article/netiquette-rules-behavior-internet/ Identify yourself Include a subject

• • • Source: https: //www. education. com/reference/article/netiquette-rules-behavior-internet/ Identify yourself Include a subject line Avoid sarcasm Respect others' privacy Acknowledge and return messages promptly Copy with caution No spam (a. k. a. junk mail) Be concise Use appropriate language, emoticons, and intensifiers (avoid all CAPS)

Example #1: Video Simulations

Example #1: Video Simulations

Example #2: Video Discussion

Example #2: Video Discussion

Example #3: Groups

Example #3: Groups

Example #4: Outside the Box Introductions

Example #4: Outside the Box Introductions

Example #5: Feedback

Example #5: Feedback

Discussions Matter • Build connection • Create meaningful discussions • Resources

Discussions Matter • Build connection • Create meaningful discussions • Resources

Resources How to Humanize Your Online Class: Source: https: //create. piktochart. com/output/5383776 -how-to-humanize-your-online-cl Generating

Resources How to Humanize Your Online Class: Source: https: //create. piktochart. com/output/5383776 -how-to-humanize-your-online-cl Generating & Facilitating Engaging & Effective Online Discussions by University of Oregon Teaching Effectiveness Program: https: //tep. uoregon. edu/technology/blackboard/docs/discussionboard. pdf Community of Inquiry website (Social, Cognitive, Teacher Presence): http: //www. thecommunityofinquiry. org/coi Tips for Overcoming Online Discussion Board Challenges: https: //www. facultyfocus. com/articles/online-education/tips-for-overcoming-online-discussion-board-challenges/ What Research Tells Us About Online Discussion: https: //www. facultyfocus. com/articles/online-education/research-tells-us-online-discussion/ Bloom’s Taxonomy Action Verbs: https: //www. msubonline. net/content/enforced/511461 EL_Faculty_Dev_2018/Blooms_Taxonomy_action_verbs. pdf? _&d 2 l. Session. Val=IEe. Gu 4 tqg. Pb. Wy 4 Kjgeb. G 6 by. XV&ou=511461 Liberating Structures: http: //www. liberatingstructures. com/ Reference: Jorgenson, D. , Farrell, L. , Fudge, J. , Pritchard, A. (2018). College Connectedness: The Student Perspective. Journal of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. Vol. 18, No. 1. Published January 1, 2018, pp. 75 -95.

“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I

“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn. ” ~ Ben Franklin