Encourage students to share their own experiences and perspectives

 

How can teachers encourage students to share their own experiences and perspectives during discussions of current events?

Here are some ways teachers can encourage students to share their own experiences and perspectives during discussions of current events:

1. Start by asking students what they've heard or seen, and what questions they already have
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2. Use K/W/L charts to help students organize their thoughts and questions
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3. Provide opportunities for students to share their own experiences and perspectives, and encourage them to listen to and learn from each other
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4. Use mini-lessons on topics in the news that can be adapted to teach in one class period or less
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5. Use structured discussion activities to guide conversations in productive and supportive ways
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6. Encourage students to practice language through programs that connect them with students from different cultures
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7. Create a safe and supportive environment where students feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and opinions
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Overall, encouraging students to share their own experiences and perspectives during discussions of current events requires asking questions, using K/W/L charts, providing opportunities for sharing, using mini-lessons, using structured discussion activities, encouraging language practice, creating a safe and supportive environment. By using these strategies, teachers can help students develop the skills and confidence to engage in discussions about complex and sensitive issues, and learn from each other's experiences and perspectives.

Citations:

[1] https://learning.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/10/07/50-ways-to-teach-current-events/

[2] https://educators4sc.org/teaching-about-current-events/

[3] https://www.ideaedu.org/idea-notes-on-instruction/asked-students-to-share-ideas-and-experiences-with-others-whose-backgrounds-and-viewpoints-differ-from-their-own/

[4] https://www.facinghistory.org/resource-library/current-events-classroom

[5] https://www.weareteachers.com/encourage-global-perspective-classroom/

[6] https://blog.listenwise.com/2019/01/5-ways-to-integrate-current-events-into-instruction/

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