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“The teacher's role in discussion is to keep it going along fruitful lines - be moderating, guiding, correcting and arguing like one more students.” quote by Mortimer Adler
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“The teacher's role in discussion is to keep it going along fruitful lines - be moderating, guiding, correcting and arguing like one more students.”

Mortimer Adler

About This Quote

Source Book: How to Read a Book, 1940

Teachers should actively guide discussions, keeping them productive and inclusive.

In simple terms: Guide discussions for productivity.

Key Takeaway

Facilitate focused dialogue.

Themes

education discussion pedagogy

Mood

instructive analytical

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • classroom teaching
  • seminar facilitation
  • online forums

Key Concepts

critical thinking dialogue management learning theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • What balance between guidance and freedom is ideal?
  • How to handle dominant voices?
A Different Perspective

May limit student spontaneity.

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