Discussion as a teaching strategy

Why do teachers use class discussions?

(Pick 3)

• Encourage participation and engagement

• Encourage learners to use prior knowledge

• Encourage learners to have an active role in the classroom

• Allows learners to become easily distracted

Discussion is an interactive teaching strategy.

• False

• True

What type of learners will not benefit from discussions?

(Pick 2)

• Non-auditory learners.

• Extroverts and well spoken learners.

• Shy and anxious learners.

The classroom environment should be open, accepting and safe when having discussions.

• True

• False

What is discussion as a teaching strategy?

• Teacher centered approach where the teacher is mainly explaining concepts to learners.

• A general conversation between people.

• Involves facilitating conversations among learners to explore concepts, share ideas and deepen understanding of a topic.

Learners’ critical thinking skills are improved through the use of discussions.

• True

• False