Think aloud

Students each get a different problem, and reads it to the other student while pausing every few sentences to “think aloud” while trying to solve the problem.

Phase 3: OptimizingPreparation time: 10-30 minExecution time: < 10 minSynchronous

Students each get a different problem, and reads it to the other student while pausing every few sentences to “think aloud” while trying to solve the problem. This gives their partner insight in their individual thought process. Students then switch.

When both students have carefully read, interpreted or solved (or stalled) the problem in this way, they reflect on both approaches. What was useful? What would you not have thought to do? What would you have done differently? Together, students determine the best approach.

Mixed Classroom phase?

Fase 3: Optimizing

Mixed Classroom strategies?

Explore values and assumptions
Establish ground rules for interaction and discussion
Combining perspectives in a structured way
Reflecting on learning process

For which total group size?

Up to fifty
Up to twenty five

How to execute: Individual or in groups?

Small group (2-4 pers)

Best practice of a particular Faculty?

None

Explore values and assumptionsEstablish ground rules for interaction and discussionCombining perspectives in a structured wayReflecting on learning processGetting to know each otherActivating prior knowledgeSharing knowledge (brainstorming, exchanging ideas)Reinforcing knowledgeUp to twenty fiveUp to fiftySmall group (2-4 pers)Lecture hallWorking group roomOnlineGeneral applicability