Dialogue Activities

This collection of learning protocols invites students to share ideas, challenge perspectives, and listen actively through structured discussion and debate. Each routine encourages learners to articulate their reasoning, question assumptions, and build on the contributions of others in meaningful ways.
Dialogue protocols often involve turn-taking, role rotations, or focused prompts that guide conversation. The emphasis is on developing communication skills and collaborative reasoning, where the process of dialogue deepens understanding and fosters critical thinking.

All Learning Protocols
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Values-Identities-Actions

This learning protocol encourages students to explore the connection between their personal values, identities, and…

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Step Inside

This learning protocol invites students to explore different perspectives by stepping into the shoes of…

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Compass Points

This learning protocol encourages students to develop and evaluate an idea or proposition more deeply.…

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The Four C's

This learning protocol helps students to produce written responses that facilitate group discussions. The focus…

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Tug for Truth

This learning protocol encourages careful reasoning about the various factors influencing questions of truth, highlighting…

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Word-Phrase-Sentence

This learning protocol is designed to structure conversations, by encouraging students to engage with resources…

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Step In, Step Out, Step Back

This learning protocol is all about helping students to consider the perspective of others. It…

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Digital Discussion Platforms

Digital discussion platforms can make it easier to ensure that every student contributes to the…

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Human Barometer Activity

The 'Human Barometer Activity' facilitates a dynamic group discussion where participants physically position themselves along…