Seminar+or+Tutorial


 * Seminar or Tutorial**

A seminar or tutorial is an instructional approach that brings together a small group of students to discuss topics of interest or examine areas in greater depth under the direction of a teacher or discussion leader. Seminars may provide opportunities for students to assume leadership roles in leading the discussion in a small group. Tutorials are directed opportunities for discussion of independent projects, for remediation, and for advanced learners to explore more complex topics. Responsibility for the discussion and analysis is vested in the students, allowing them to learn from each other and thereby ensuring meaningful discussion and group interaction. These strategies are useful in all subject areas.
 * Description**

The teacher: • identifies topics suitable for this method of learning; • models good questioning techniques; • fosters participation while playing less of a leadership role; • acts as a resource person.
 * Method**

Seminars/tutorials: • provide opportunities for students acting as seminar leaders to develop leadership skills by learning to move the discussion along, accept the input of others, and encourage all members to contribute; • are often used interchangeably with other terms such as workshop or study group.
 * Considerations**


 * Illustrations From The Mathematics Classroom**

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 * Elementary**

Students independently investigate a career opportunity related to mathematics. At the conclusion of the inquiry, students meet in small seminar groups to share their findings using a poster as a visual aid.
 * Secondary**