TA Skills for Managing Discussion

The following nine skills are fundamental to leading an effective discussion section. Each skill has associated material that provides more details on how to implement in the classroom.

1. Planning

2. Creating an environment for student learning

3. Modeling

4. Effective questioning

5. Facilitating group discussion

6. Establishing a partnership with faculty

7. Creating tangible outcomes

8. Promoting self-directed learning

9. Assessing learning in the classroom