Quick Concept
Every 10 minutes or so throughout a lecture, ask students to turn to the student next to them and discuss a question. Then randomly call on student pairs to provide the answer.
Student Level
Any Level
Class Size
3 – 100+
Ease of Use
Easy
🔄 Simple Process Flow
1
Every 10 Minutes
Pause your lecture at regular intervals to maintain engagement
2
Ask Question
Present a discussion question related to the current topic
3
Turn & Discuss
Students turn to their neighbor and discuss the question together
4
Random Call
Randomly select student pairs to share their answers with the class
⏱️ Flexible Timing Guide
Discussion Duration Options
Duration depends on question complexity
🎯 Key Benefits
Active Learning
Engages students who learn better in active environments rather than passive listening
Peer Support
Students help each other fill in knowledge gaps and clarify concepts
Safe Discussion
Provides opportunity to ask questions they might not ask publicly in class
Immediate Engagement
Better than waiting fruitlessly for responses from the whole class
🔧 Maximum Flexibility
🎛️ Adaptable to Any Situation
- Students don't need to move from their current seats
- Can be modified to fit any class size
- Discussion can be guided by the instructor
- May only be used once per class period if needed
- Perfect for introducing complex concepts
- Works with any subject matter
Although some students learn best by listening, others find it easier to learn in more active learning environments. An easy solution is the use of "turn-to-your-neighbor" discussions every 10 minutes or so throughout each lecture.