Silent Chalk Talk Activity & Back to School
Chalk Talk is a silent conversation in writing that allows students to have an equal opportunity to participate. It is a versatile protocol that can be used for many purposes. It is a way to reflect, generate ideas, assess background knowledge, check on learning, develop projects, or solve problems. Because it is done completely in silence, it gives groups a change of pace and encourages thoughtful contemplation. 1. The facilitator explains that the chalk talk is a silent activity. No participant may talk at all. Anyone may add to the chalk talk, as they please. You can add new ideas in word or symbol form as well as comment on the ideas of others simply by drawing a connecting line, etc., to the comment. Special thanks to Microsoft for giving us the chance to attend Mr. Les Foltos' workshop in Washington DC. Silent Chalk Talk was an interesting activity to write and express our ideas and feelings that summer vacation is over and it's "back to school" again!
2 comments:
Excellent activity!
It also caters for ultiple intelligences.
I am sure our ambassador will surprise us with lots of new ideas!
Wait until she comes from Capetown ;)
Thanks a lot Mrs. Ghina, glad you liked the activity...and thanks to Microsoft for giving us the chance to explore new ideas and technology tools as well as meeting new teachers from around the world. Can't wait to attend the workshops in Capetown...I am sure they'll be as interesing and motivating as those we attended in Washington DC.
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