Fostering Student Discourse: Strategies for Engaging Every Voice

Course Description:

In this 2-week course, educators will explore practical strategies to foster rich, student-driven discourse across all content areas. Participants will learn how to structure classrooms where every student is encouraged to think critically, articulate their ideas, and engage in meaningful academic conversations.

Through a blend of live sessions, instructional videos, reflection exercises, and classroom-based planning tools, educators will deepen their capacity to facilitate student-centered learning environments. The course will highlight techniques for leading collaborative discussions, using intentional questioning, and designing activities that elevate student voice and thinking.

By the end of the course, participants will walk away with tools and strategies that enhance student engagement, strengthen comprehension, and build a classroom culture where dialogue drives learning.

What You’ll Learn:

* How to design and facilitate meaningful academic discussions

* Techniques to encourage all students to participate actively in discourse

* Effective questioning strategies to promote critical thinking

* Structures for collaborative conversations that build ownership of learning

* Methods to increase student engagement and deepen comprehension

Deliverables:

* A revised lesson plan with embedded student discourse strategies

* Optional peer observation reflection

* Access to resources, strategy guides, and example classroom videos

CEU Credit:

Educators who complete all course assignments will earn **3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)** from AdaptiveX.

Participant Feedback:

“I’m already seeing more engagement in my discussions since trying these strategies.”

“The examples were clear and easy to apply immediately.”

“I loved how the course helped me structure deeper conversations in my content area."