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Symphony of Sentences
Use this strategy as a warm-up for deeper analysis or conversation to ensure that all voices are heard and to create a cohesive and reflective discussion.
Symphony of Sentences
Summary
This strategy helps create richer and more equitable discussions by establishing a foundation that everyone has helped build. Each individual first gives a brief contribution in the form of a sentence, and then the discussion launches into a deeper collective understanding.
Procedure
Provide participants with a clear focus for their sentence. For example, “
Choose one sentence from the reading that stood out to you" or
"Summarize your main thought or takeaway in one sentence."
Each person takes a turn sharing their sentence aloud.
After all sentences have been shared, allow a brief moment for participants to reflect on themes or connections they notice.
Transition into an open discussion. Use the shared sentences as jumping-off points. For example,
"What connections or patterns do you notice in our sentences?" or
"Is there a particular idea you'd like to explore further?"
Publisher
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Placement In Lesson
- Engage
- Engage/Opening
- Evaluate/Assessment
- Explore/Learning Activity
Intention/Purpose
- Active Engagement
- Conversation Starter
- Review
- Speak & Listen
- Summarize
- Synthesize
- Text analysis
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