221+Agenda+3.7.13

9:25 - 9:30 - Welcome


 * Objectives:**
 * **SWBAT describe the characteristics of an effective class discussion**

9:30 - 10:00 - Discussion - Fish Bowl - "What have you observed about class discussion in your placement?" (Incorporate the questions/issues you posted last week.)

10:00 - 10:30 - Discussion - Constructive Controversy - The claim: "Whole class discussions is not the best use of class time."
 * Prepare the best case possible to support your position
 * Present your case and listen to the opposing viewpoint
 * Discuss and attempt to persuade the other side
 * Reverse positions and prepare a case for the other perspective
 * Present the other perspective. Just listen
 * Discuss and come to a group consensus on the issue.

10:30 - 10:40 - Break

10:40 - 11:00 - Discussion-Based Instruction Rubric

11:00 - 11:30 - Teaching Demo

11:30 - 12:00 - Teaching Demo


 * Housekeeping -**
 * Email me the date you are planning to teach your observed lesson. Remember that you must email me your lesson plan 3-5 days prior to teaching. I must approve your plan before you will be allowed to teach. (Lesson Design Plan is on the 221 agenda page.)
 * Have a great spring break!