Publication: Discussion Strategies: Beyond Everyday Conversation

• Kehe, David
• Kehe, Peggy

Age Range: Young Adult +
Series: Conversational Speech

* Students enjoy developing skills needed at high academic
and business levels
* Work in real discussion formats: pairs, triads, small
groups, large groups, whole class
* Discussion topics are high-interest; no in depth
background knowledge is needed.
* Each unit builds on and recycles previous strategies.

Clear step-by-step, focused practice of 13 discussion
skills: using rejoinders, asking follow-up questions,
seeking/giving clarification, using comprehension checks,
soliciting and using details, interrupting, expressing
opinions, volunteering answers, referring to information
and opinion sources, helping discussion leaders, and
leading a discussion.