Using ClassChatter to Mediate Controversial Discussions in Small Teacher Preparation Programs: A Case Study
Abstract
While small teacher preparation programs allow pre-service teachers to bond with their cohort, the established social norms within cohorts can sometimes make it difficult for students to discuss equity in a face-to-face setting. In this History of Mathematics course, we used an online journal and discussion board, ClassChatter, to facilitate students’ discussions about equity in the mathematics classroom. In the online setting, pre-service teachers participated more equally, and all students believed that the format was vital to facilitating more open face-to-face and online communication in a geographic area known for racial tensions.
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