Working in a Circle
Why Use a Circle?
Circles have been used as a forum for meetings throughout history and within many different cultures.
Category: Additional Resources for Teachers
Resources created by Carter School Faculty for a variety of purposes that high school teachers may find useful as background information.
Intro Games and Icebreakers
These are a gathering of various icebreaker/get-to-know-you activities that may be useful in encouraging groups to work together and when it is time to take a creative break.
Dialogue and Debate
Best Practices for Writing Role Plays
The De-Brief: Experiential Learning Through Reflective Questioning
What is de-briefing?
De-briefing is a facilitated conversation with the goal of advancing the student’s understanding, build reflective practice and critical thinking, close gaps in knowledge (especially the gap between the lecture and the application process), develop skills, and advance student’s self-directed learning.
How to Defuse “The Blues”: Active Listening and Cooperative Communication