Creative Seminars and Small Group Teaching Overview:
One of the aims of the session is to introduce some basic learning theories such as the Kolb cycle to help the participants design teaching sessions. The session will showcase a wide variety of ways in which small groups can work as well a range of quick icebreakers. A relaxed atmosphere will be encouraged to allow an in depth discussion of how to solve problems arising in dysfunctional groups.
Aim:
To help participants to plan and deliver a wide variety of techniques
for teaching small groups
Objectives:
This session will help participants to:
• Understand some basic concepts of designing teaching sessions;
• Use a range of icebreakers with their students;
• Consider how to help students with different needs;
• Consider techniques for encouraging discussion;
• Use a range of teaching techniques for small group work;
• Discuss how problems arising in a group might be resolved.
“Good guidance on
lessening tension (ice breakers),
Lots of information on teaching /improving."
