ASCD Arias Publication

Do you want your students to take ownership of and become more independent during reading discussions? Are you looking to enhance your teaching of higher-order thinking and 21st century skills? Do you want to ensure that all students develop strong speaking and listening skills? In Student-Led Discussions, author Sandi Novak offers you the resources you need to develop meaningful student-led conversations about text and media across the content areas. Among such resources are links to authentic video clips of students engaged in discussions. In addition to providing a discussion framework that requires students to think deeply and communicate effectively, the includes advice for how to 

• Introduce and cultivate student-led discussions about literary and informational material at any grade. 
• Establish core instructional elements that students need to engage in rich discussions about content. 
• Recognise and evaluate effective student-led discussions. 
• Understand your role as the teacher when students are leading their own discussions.