The Dynamics of Discussion


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Group Discussion


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This affordable, concise guide to group discussion offers comprehensive coverage of the standard agenda, an approach that works for any problem-solving discussion. Readers learn a proven, relevant, practical approach to solving problems. The authors emphasize the creative potential of individuals and urge them to apply that creativity to their discussions, including imaginative ways to foster equal participation, inventive gathering of background information, rhetorically-sensitive handling of conflict, and critical assessment of potential solutions to a problem. Dynamic group discussion is a rewarding experience, and this book maps the route to effective communication in groups for participants and for leaders. As a collective effort, group discussion provides firsthand experience of the enhancement of individual abilities when working as part of a team, encouraging mutual respect and the synergies of collaborative efforts.




Master's Theses in Education


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Teen Book Discussion Groups @ the Library


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A guide for young adult librarians and teachers provides profiles of fifty titles, offering information on themes, genres, characters, and discussion questions.




Discussing and Deciding


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Abstract: This book presents insights and research on discussions and discussion groups. The roles of discussion group leaders and members and discussion group procedures are considered. The book is based on four assumptions: 1) every discussion group has a task and can be viewed as a task group ; 2) every discussion group can be viewed as a team ; 3) the discussion team is focused on its task by its leader ; and, 4) any discussion team (members and leader) can improve its work by study and application of sound group discussion methods. Topics include: the basic components of discussion groups, the interactions which takes place in discussion groups, and special techniques applicable to situations in discussion groups.




Running Book Discussion Groups


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Oprah. The Today Show. Live! With Regis and Kelly. Their book clubs attract millions - and send hordes of readers to the library. Your library may not be able to hold millions, but there's no reason your discussion group can't be every bit as popular and appreciated as those on TV. This unique manual shows you step-by-step how to build, improve, and maintain successful, engaging book discussion groups. Chapters answer the fundamental questions: How do you build membership? Choose the right titles? Schedule and arrange meetings? Develop questions? Get free or discounted books? Provide an inviting atmosphere and setting? Planning, publicity, facilitating discussions, programming techniques, and assessment are discussed in detail. Essential advice on programming includes 15 ready-to-use discussion guides; One Book-One City program ideas; on line forums; title selection; and more. Any library starting or running book discussion groups will want this practical guide by their side.




Research in Education


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Discussion and Group Methods


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This book draws most of the theoretical formulations from small-group research conducted in speech communications, social psychology, industrial and educational psychology, psychiatry, and sociology.