I would really like to try the fishbowl discussions. I haven't tried it, but when we do this in our EOU classes they go over really well. I think that getting students to cooperate at times would be hard, but I think overall this is a great way for student to learn. Not only learning is taking place, but students are able to use communication skills with their neighbor and then as a group.
I think this strategy would add something new to the classroom and there are many issues that need to be discussed throughout the semester in Business.
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I'm not sure I know what "fishbowl discussions" actually entails but sounds like it would be spontaneous responses to an issue inviting various opinions for discussion. I agree, it would be both a learning experience and a lesson in developing good communication skills in group setting. (Hope I understood the concept) Good job Liz..
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Shorty Park 3/20/09
ReplyDeleteSince your students will be paying, for the rest of their lives, the bail out of the banking system, the AIG fiasco it seems this would be a great topic for the Fishbowl. They would learn about "Mark to Market", Credit Deefault Swaps", " Housing Bubble," "Stock Market" and in general touch on all Business areas. More importantly they will learn about "Greed" and what it does to our financial system. Just a Thought!