The following eight competencies are fundamental to leading an effective discussion section. Each skill has an associated handout that provides more details on how to implement in the classroom. (Click on the links in the Competency column for the pdfs)
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Determining the objectives, activities, and assessments that will accomplish course goals. | - Putting an agenda on the board.
- Sequencing tasks in increasing levels of cognitive difficulty.
- Making overt references to course goals.
- Transitioning smoothly between activities.
- Using a variety of activities.
- Managing time well
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- Putting discussion in context (referring back to prior course content, looking ahead).
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purpose and structure to the session so that:
- Students know where the class is going and what to expect.
- TA feels and appears more confident
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- Course goals are more likely to be accomplished.
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- Challenges are anticipated and contingencies built-in.
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