Definition
A Discussion Protocol is a guide for the discussion facilitator that lays out the plans for the discussion and provides details on how to encourage more student participation.
Purpose and Goal
Education research has shown that discussion can be an effective pedagogical approach. But if not done well, it can also be a time-waster. Good discussion requires significant advanced planning to ensure success.
Creating a Discussion Protocol can help you think through a class discussion in advance and plan for contingencies. It can help you ensure that the discussion is a meaningful one, and not simply a time filler.
