In the Harkness method, how is the class seated and led?
ARows, led by teacher
BCircle, led by students
CAlone, led by a book
DPairs, led by monitor
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Circle, led by students
1. Students sit in a circle.
2. They guide their own discussion and the teacher's role is minimised.
3. Rows or teacher-led talk do not fit.
_Source: Wikipedia, Constructivism (philosophy of education), section Teaching techniques_
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