Quescussion
Ever played Jeopardy? Then you’re ready for quescussion. It’s like a standard class discussion but with an interesting twist. Only questions are allowed as an answer. Making students think carefully stating their opinion. Students call “Statement!” if someone slips up.
On-campus
The activity takes about 30 to 60 minutes and could be done with maximum of 30 students. It could be used as a blended learning activity.
Manual
Supplies needed
- Questions or statements.
Set-up classroom
A simple set-up, like a U-shape, should be sufficient.
Step 1. (Preparation)
Come up with a question(s) or statement(s) to discuss. A statement which provokes opinions is suggested.
Step 2. (During class)
Instruct students about the learning activity. Give them some time to think about their opinion. Then, start the discussion.
Step 3. (During class)
Keep the quescussion going till the group is finished. Students shout ‘statement’ if an answer is not formulated as a question. When correctly accused, the student in question must sit down. Play until the last student is standing.
Step 4. (Evaluation)
Give a summarization of the quescussion. Provide keynotes to take home.
Online
The activity takes about 30 to 60 minutes and could be done with maximum of 30 students. It could be used as a blended learning activity.
Disclaimer: This activity is more suitable for an on-campus set up. If you don’t have the availability to teach on campus, you can use this online format.
Manual
Supplies needed
- Questions or statements
- Microsoft Teams
Set-up classroom
Create a classroom in Microsoft Teams to use. A general channel with a meeting with everyone is sufficient. Open the chatbox of the meeting for this activity.
Optionally: Using a Virtual Classroom could be suggested, due to its elaborate technical options.
Step 1. (Preparation)
Come up with a question(s) of statement(s) to discuss about. A statement which provokes opinions is suggested.
Step 2. (During class)
Instruct students about the learning activity during online class. Give them some time to think about their opinion. Then, start the discussion. Students use the ‘hand up’-option to signal they want to say something.
Step 3. (During class)
Keep the quescussion going till the group is finished. Students type ‘statement’ in the chatbox of the meeting if an answer is not formulated as a question. When correctly accused, the student in question must turn off their camera.
Step 4. (Evaluation)
Give a summarization of the quescussion. Provide keynotes to take home.
Tools
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