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Unpacking Misconceptions through Discussions

Help students clarify misconceptions and surface key insights through discussion.
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Created by:
Sam Passeport
No Borders Learning
Pedagogy
Universal design for learning
Learning outcome
Prep time
Low (<10 min)
Activity type
Learning Activity
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Why this learning activity?

Learning activities targeting high-order skills like this one can help you activate students more effectively. This learning activity will help you with:
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Identify and Challenge Misconceptions

Students will recognize and critically analyze common misconceptions about racism and racial justice.
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Communicate Understanding

Students will clearly articulate their perspectives using course concepts to explain why certain beliefs are problematic.
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Engage in Dialogue

Students will participate in meaningful, respectful discussions to deepen collective understanding and learn from diverse viewpoints.
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Unpacking Misconceptions through Discussions

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Activity steps

  1. Read instructions: In this step, students are expected to read the instructions of the activity. 
  2. Discussion posts: Students read the discussion topics and choose two to answer
  3. Peer discussion: Students reply to their peers discussion posts 
  4. Valuable contributions: Students select the comments they find the most insightful or valuable ‍
  5. Grading: Grades are given for creating posts and replying to peers comments.

Activity goals

This activity helps facilitate a flipped classroom approach to your teaching. When student engage with material prior to class there are several benefits:
  1. Read instructions: In this step, students are expected to read the instructions of the activity. 
  2. Discussion posts: Students read the discussion topics and choose two to answer
  3. Peer discussion: Students reply to their peers discussion posts 
  4. Valuable contributions: Students select the comments they find the most insightful or valuable ‍
  5. Grading: Grades are given for creating posts and replying to peers comments.

Learning Activities Used

Discussion on Topic

Meaningful learning interactions to nurture critical and reflective thinking

In this activity

  • Discussion questions are added around the topic of racial justice. It can be replicated with different content, especially for ethical dilemmas, tensions, and complex or nuanced topics where dialogue helps refine understanding.
  • Instructors should observe discussions to ensure accuracy and foster respectful interaction when students bring conflicting perspectives.
  • Students select the most valuable contributions of their peers to help them reflect on their learning. 

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Anonymity
Reflection
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