Open-ended questions
I sometimes pose questions and require that all students take a stance on the answer, physically moving to one side of the room or the other. Members from each side try to persuade the opposite side to join them, resulting in lively debate and sometimes a consensus. Even usually quiet students often become bolder, taking confidence from knowing others share their opinions.
interesting approach. I teach a discussion-based class (sociology) and I'm wondering if I could do something similar when we discuss certain issues. What type of questions do you use?
