Topic 2: Participating in Whole-Class Discussions in the U.S. Classroom

 

Synopsis: 

This workshop focuses on the common American academic practice of full-class discussions. We will examine the role of discussion in classrooms, as well as discuss the view of learning in the US classroom. We will look at cultural variations in interaction style, and learn to use effective phrases and body language for classroom participation, as well as practice entering discussions in the classroom setting. 

 

Instructor:

Elizabeth Ramsay Carroll

 

Sign-up:

• Session 1: Feburary 15 (Monday), 4:00-5:20 pm

• Session 2: Feburary 18 (Thursday), 5:00-6:20 pm

 

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