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Improving teaching and learning in science

These videos on promoting discussion are very useful for seeing how students can develop their thinking by discussing questions in groups, giving the teacher a good insight into students' understanding.

What are the main features of good group discussion?

How can you support group discussion so that it is effective?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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