Using World Cafe Methodology to Transform Classroom Discussions – Svitlana Taraban-Gordon

As I was recently sitting in one of my favourite local cafes surrounded by conversations, I noticed how deeply engaged and connected the participants of these conversations were.  It is not that often that I get to see this type of conversations in the university classroom.  No doubt, the physical layout of a modern classroom is a far cry from the ambient and hospitable space that one expects to find in their favourite cafe.  But is there a way to create a conversation in the classroom that builds authentic connections, engages the learners and makes them fully present in the moment? Continue reading Using World Cafe Methodology to Transform Classroom Discussions – Svitlana Taraban-Gordon