calmly by looking passive and non-involved, ask them what they thought about the question or comment made by others. Ask for con t r ibu t i ons by name. “We haven’t heard from John yet and I think he has been doing some real thinking about what has been said here today. Jim, what about it? What do you think?” 7. Do not get caught up in an argument. Lead others to the cor rect answer. 8. Welcome a pause or silence. Many teachers are uncomfortable with silence but it can be bene ficial as it gives time to think. 9. Be sure to summarize and give assignments. 10. A slow or hesitant group will respond to a warm, interested, friendly leader. Try to determine why they are resisting the dis cussion process. 11. Everyone enjoys a story or illustration but it might not be pertinent to the topic. Comment that the story is interesting but you feel that you might be stray ing a bit from the original ques tion and perhaps this digression could be pursued at a later time. A timely question may lead the students back to the topic with out your having to be so direct. 12. What does one do when some one gives an out-an-out wrong answer? Should they be told di rectly, “That’s wrong!” or should the statement be ignored? There are many ways to handle this. Saying, “I’m not sure that’s ex actly correct” or a comment such as “That’s interesting ,” and “Thank you for that. I’ve never heard it expressed just that way before. What do the rest of you think? Can anyone locate any Scriptures that may assist us here?” may help. Be willing to attempt the dis cussion method. It takes proper preparation, practice and prayer. It may just change your class! Mr. Wright is Assistant Prof, of Religious Education at Talbot Theological Seminary, and area representative for Gospel Light Publications.
This Young Teen has also eye-witnessed assassinations, riots, warfare, and the raw carnal life of a pleasure-bent world. From infancy, he’s soaked up information and impressions from the television that have shaped his life attitudes, beliefs, and sense of values. So, yes, he IS different. More knowledgeable. Subjected to temptations formerly associ ated with older youths. Young Teen Scene is a new Bible- study guide that recognizes these facts. And helps the Young Teen discover answers to urgent questions, put spiritual realities into proper perspective, and place his complete faith and trust in the Lord Jesus Christ. Starts January, 1970. But you can get a free preview NOW!
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