Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/velkr0/3472576304/sizes/m/in/photostream/ “It is one thing to recognize the benefit of engaging students in discussion yet quite another to master the skills necessary to effectively facilitate discussion” (Dallimore et al., 2004, pg. 104). The learning environment is in constant flux; what works one class may not constitute success in the next. To promote effective discussion,…

Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/earthisthering/5362387448/sizes/m/in/photostream/ “A good discussion in one that leaves issues open for further inquiry and in which as many questions are raised as are answered” (Brookfield, 2006, pg. 119). There is little doubt of the benefits associated with classroom discussion.  In fact, discussion is one of the most touted and applied teaching strategies in higher…